02561cam a22003253u 4500 48761 UtSlPG 20260610134124.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 GR Wratislaw, Albert Henry, 1822-1892 Sixty Folk-Tales from Exclusively Slavonic Sources 60 Folk-Tales from Exclusively Slavonic Sources Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-04-22 E-text prepared by Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org) "Sixty Folk-Tales from Exclusively Slavonic Sources" by Albert Henry Wratislaw is a collection of folk tales compiled and translated from various Slavonic traditions, likely written in the late 19th century. This anthology gathers stories rich in cultural heritage, emphasizing the themes and elements unique to Slavonic folklore, with stories often featuring fantastical characters and moral lessons. The tales aim to provide readers with an insight into the myths, customs, and narratives of the Slavonic peoples while illuminating their values and societal norms. The beginning of the collection sets the scene with an emphasis on the significance of folk tales and their appeal within the broader scope of folklore studies. The preface details Wratislaw's motivation and background, highlighting his efforts to document and translate the oral traditions of Slavonic cultures. He introduces readers to the richness of this oral literature, noting that many tales yet remain unexplored. In the opening stories, he presents characters that navigate a world filled with magic and extraordinary events, offering a glimpse into the enthralling adventures and moral lessons that these folk tales encompass, including themes of bravery, wisdom, and the struggle between good and evil. Each narrative promises an engaging journey through the heart of Slavonic storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Slavs -- Folklore Tales -- Europe, Eastern https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48761 89600 89600