Vintage Soviet Fairy Tales: M.E. Saltikov-Shedrin Collection, circa 1980, 1j52

Delight in the enchanting world of "The Story of Grishka," a captivating children's book presented in pictures. Authored by Radiy Pogodin and published in the USSR circa 1987, this l...

Delve into the rich literary world of Russia with this vintage book from the USSR. Published in Moscow circa 1989, "Steppe" by A.P. Chekhov is a literary masterpiece that takes readers on a captivating journey through the vast and mesmerizing landscapes of the steppe. This thin book with a soft cover spans 61 pages, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the lyrical prose and vivid descriptions that bring the steppe to life. A.P. Chekhov's storytelling prowess shines through as the characters navigate the challenges and intricacies of their surroundings. Despite its vintage origins, this book is in good condition, ensuring an uninterrupted reading experience. Its slim design makes it lightweight and portable, allowing readers to carry it with ease and enjoy the story wherever they go. "Steppe" is a testament to the enduring legacy of Russian literature...

Heroes, Monsters and Other Worlds from Russian Mythology. by Warner, Elizabeth & Alexander Koshkin. Published by Schocken Books., New York., 1985. 1st printing, 1st edition. Illustrated in black, white and color by Alexander Koshkin. Important reference work. A beautifully illustrated anthology of stories and legends of the Russian people includes forty-three tales of gods and heroes, dragons and monsters, witches and wizards, giants and shape-changers, along with information on the sources of Russian folklore. An anthology of Russian mythology chronicles the legends and folklore of diverse regions of Russia, including epic tales of ancient gods and heroes, dragons and monsters, wonderful and mysterious adventures, and other imaginative sagas From School Library Journal Grade 6 Up Russian folklore receives the same somewhat sensationalized treatment as other books in this series. The fantastic elements found in Russian folklore, demons, wizards, and wondrous creatures have been emphasized over the equally prominent folk elements. Yet the tales are well-researched, based upon the original Russian story collections (Afanas'ev and Potebnya, among others) and are written in a readable style. Well-known characters such as Baba...

Large Vintage Russian Illustration for Alexander Pushkin’s Fairy Tale of Tsar Saltan Extraordinary Illustration of Pushkin’s Fairy Tale “Tsar Saltan” in oil on canvas. The large for...