The Black Hen, or The Underground Dwellers

Little Alyosha studies at a boarding school in St. Petersburg. He is kind, dreamy, and loves to read chivalric novels. One day, Alyosha finds himself in a magical world, receives a wonderful gift, and makes unusual friends. But along with the magic comes a serious trial. Will the boy be able to keep the secret, remain honest, and not let down those who trust him?
This wise, touching, slightly sad, but very kind fairy tale invites us to reflect on how important true friendship and a pure conscience are.
The edition is accompanied by illustrations by Alexey Reipolsky, which will help children transport themselves to St. Petersburg at the end of the 18th century and see the fairy-tale world of the underground dwellers with their own eyes.