Folk Russian tales A.N. Afanasyev. 2-book set

Tales collected by A.N. Afanasyev - a real monument of folk literature. They played an important role in the development of literature, culture and ethnography. But fairy tales are not only a material for research. They open the door to another world to the reader.
The fairy tales included in the real two -volume story are interesting with their plot, various magical heroes and an amazing poetic language. Most of them are based on legends and belief of Slavic tribes. The old way of life of our ancestors is shown: mysterious rites, dreams and signs are described. Folk tales published in pristine forms will not only return the feeling of continuity of childbirth, but will also help to join the original Russian culture and folk wisdom