02257cam a22003253u 4500 25555 UtSlPG 20260610133603.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Chodzko, Alexander, 1804-1891 Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-05-22 Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Fairy Tales of the Slav Peasants and Herdsmen" by Alexander Chodzko is a collection of translated fairy tales written in the late 19th century. This anthology features stories that draw on the rich oral traditions of Slavic folklore, aimed primarily at children but with themes that resonate with adult readers as well. The tales often involve moral lessons, magical elements, and characters facing challenges that test their virtue and integrity. The opening portion introduces several captivating stories, beginning with "The Two Brothers." It depicts the contrasting fates of two siblings—one wealthy and cruel, the other poor yet kind—highlighting around themes of charity, envy, and divine intervention. Following this, the narrative continues with "Time and the Kings of the Elements," drawing the reader into a world of elemental kings and lost love, while "The Twelve Months" explores familial dynamics and virtues through the trials of a mistreated stepdaughter. Each tale is imbued with fantastical elements and ultimately conveys a strong moral message, making the collection a delightful exploration of cultural wisdom through engaging storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fairy tales -- Slavic countries Harding, Emily J. Harding, Emily J. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25555 66556 66556