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This volume presents a hand‑selected array of classic Russian folk stories, each richly illustrated. Tales like "Vassilissa the Beautiful," "The Frog Princess," and "The White Duck" showcase the motifs and charm of Russian folklore.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Gillian Avery
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