By: Robert Nisbet Bain (1854-1909)
Cossack Fairy Tales is a delightful collection of traditional folk tales from the Ukraine, expertly translated and retold by Robert Nisbet Bain. The stories are filled with colorful characters, magical creatures, and fantastical adventures that will captivate readers of all ages.
Bain's writing is beautifully descriptive, bringing to life the rich culture and folklore of the Cossack people. Each tale is unique and engaging, with themes of bravery, love, betrayal, and the triumph of good over evil. The stories are both entertaining and thought-provoking, offering valuable lessons and insights into the human experience.
The illustrations included in the book add an extra layer of charm and authenticity, enhancing the reader's immersion into the world of Cossack mythology. Overall, Cossack Fairy Tales is a charming and enchanting collection that is sure to entertain and inspire readers of all backgrounds. Book Description: This is a volume of fairy tales and folk tales from the Cossack people, compiled and translated by Robert Nisbet Bain. The tales are special as most children will not have heard them a hundred times before, and as they take listeners into a different region of the realm of the fairy tale. The Cossacks are a group of people living mostly in what is now Ukraine and Russia. The fairy and folk tales contained in this volume allow a glimpse into both the cultural traditions of the Cossack people, as well as into how this culture was perceived by others. - Summary by Carolin
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