Choice collection of nine classic tales — gathered by British author on his journeys to Russia in the early twentieth century — tells of magical beasts, daring young men, frightful giants, wicked witches, and beguiling creatures of the sea. A delight for fairy tale fans of all ages. Dover original selection of stories from Old Peter's Russian Tales, published by Thomas Nelson and Sons Ltd., 1916.
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The Russian Fairy Book by Nathan Haskell Dole Time-honored tales from Mother Russia include "Vasilisa the Beauty," "The Little Sister and Little Brother," "The White Duckling," "The Bright-Hawk’s Feather," 3 more. Superb translations by noted scholar.
The Blue Fairy Book by Andrew Lang Finest stories from around the world — most of them old favorites: "Sleeping Beauty," "Rumpelstiltskin," "Cinderella," "The Arabian Nights," 33 more. Includes original 138 black-and-white illustrations.
