Old Peter's Russian Tales is a delightful collection of folk tales and legends from Russia, retold by Arthur Ransome. The stories are beautifully written and each one is engaging and entertaining in its own right.

Ransome does a fantastic job of capturing the essence of Russian folklore and bringing these timeless tales to life for a new generation of readers. From talking animals to magical creatures, the stories are filled with whimsy and wonder.

What sets this collection apart is Ransome's ability to infuse each story with a sense of tradition and authenticity. It is clear that he has a deep appreciation for Russian culture and folklore, and his passion shines through in his writing.

Overall, Old Peter's Russian Tales is a charming and enchanting read that will appeal to readers of all ages. Whether you are familiar with Russian folklore or are discovering it for the first time, this collection is sure to captivate and delight.

Book Description:

Arthur Ransome is best known for his ‘Swallows and Amazons’ series of children’s books. This is the only example of his fiction in the public domain. These stories are all from Russian folklore, some comparatively well-known, others less so. Ransome spent some years in Russia as a newspaper correspondent fir the ‘Daily News’ and the ‘Manchester Guardian’ and was peripherally involved in the revolution. In the late twenties he married Evgenia Shvelpina, Trotsky’s secretary, retired from newspapers and started writing his children’s books.