Maslenitsa in folk tradition

The book "Shrovetide in the folk tradition" collects and systematizes very different materials that relate to one of the most beloved folk calendar holidays in Russia - Shrovetide. Here are songs, rituals, and beliefs. Here are those traditions that have a long history, and those that have become popular closer to the 19th century.
Folklore materials are complemented by magnificent illustrations (reproductions of paintings, lithographs, cards) and episodes from works of Russian classical literature. Of particular interest are copyright fairy tales - living and exciting, about the life of ordinary people.
The book is intended for a wide range of readers - for everyone who is interested in the cultural traditions of Russia