Fairy Tales

Fairy Tales by M. E. Saltykov-Shchedrin are a witty satire on social vices, a critique of despotism, bureaucracy, and serfdom. The writer, in an allegorical form, exposes social flaws, mocks cowardice, hypocrisy, and inaction, while simultaneously empathizing with the people and condemning their passivity. The works remain relevant as they touch on eternal themes of social injustice and moral choice. The text is presented in full, printed on good paper in large font, and contains black-and-white illustrations that help create an atmosphere without diverting the child's attention. The average format and light weight of the edition make it convenient for home or school libraries and not a burdensome load in a student's backpack. The books published by the Children's Literature Publishing House fully comply with SANPin requirements (paper thickness, font sizes, book format) and are completely safe for students.