Lelya and Minka. Cheerful Tales for Children

The famous Russian writer Mikhail Zoshchenko had an amazing gift of speaking to children in their language. Perhaps that is why his funny, witty, and instructive stories are so loved by young readers. They want to know what to take with them on a round-the-world trip, whether it's possible to exchange a galosh for ice cream, and if they always have to do exactly what adults say. And most importantly - in these stories, children know how to make the right decisions even when adults are wrong.

Particular interest is aroused by short, fairy tale-like stories about clever animals. Cats, squirrels, horses, and even a piglet demonstrate remarkable ingenuity and make readers look more closely at their pets.

The 43 stories included in this book are illustrated by the wonderful master, People's Artist of Russia Anatoly Eliseev. He accurately captured and conveyed to us the kind, bright, slightly ironic smile of Mikhail Zoshchenko that is hidden in each work.