Russian Wondertales I : Tales of Heroes and Villains

Tales of Heroes and Villains

By: Jack V. Haney

Write A Review

Hardcover | 1 December 2000 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Hardcover
490 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
22.86 x 15.24 x 2.69

Hardcover

RRP $336.00

$285.60

15%OFF

or 4 interest-free payments of $71.40 with

Ships in 15 to 25 business days

These stories of magic and heroism, and of terrifying encounters with Baba Yaga, Zmei the serpent, and Koshchei the Immortal, are surely the best-known and best-loved folktales of Russia. A wondertale tells of a young person's first venture into a perilous world, where he or she must solve a riddle, pass a test of character, or perform a heroic feat. In the course of the tale, villainy is foiled, disaster is averted, and the young person is transformed by this successful struggle into an adult.

The two hundred and fifty wondertales collected and translated here represent at least one example of every tale type known in Russia. Each tale is accompanied by commentary and the volume includes a substantial introduction by the editor.

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.