The Russian story book : containing tales from the song-cycles of Kiev and…
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Wilson, Richard, 1870?-1951
English
"The Russian Story Book" retold by Richard Wilson is a collection of tales extracted from the rich tapestry of Russian folklore and the historic song-cycles of Kiev and Novgorod, likely written in the early 20th century. The book aims to illuminate the ideals and perspectives of early Russian culture through its legends, often featuring larger-than...
while attempting to appeal to a youthful audience. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Ilya of Murom, a young man who, after thirty years of disability, is visited by holy men who restore his strength. With newfound abilities, he decides to embark on a journey to the royal city of Kiev, revealing his courageous nature as he seeks adventure. Ilya meets Svyatogor, another formidable hero, and their introduction is filled with wonder and camaraderie. The opening sets the tone for a series of adventurous tales, focusing on the heroism and mythical elements inherent in Russian folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
James Williams
2 weeks agoAt first I wasn’t convinced, but the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. Well worth recommending.
Thomas Lopez
4 months agoI downloaded this out of curiosity and the conttent strikes a great balance between detail and readability. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Elijah White
4 months agoGiven the topic, the clarity of explanations makes revisiting sections worthwhile. This sets a high standard for similar books.
David Walker
4 months agoIt’s rare that I write reviews, but the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. It was exactly what I needed right now.
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Deborah Campbell
5 days agoI stumbled upon this by accident and it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. I’ll be referencing this again soon.