A poor fisherman and his wife live in a small rundown hut by the blue ocean. When the fisherman catches a magical golden fish that grants wishes, his wife’s endless desires grow until she pushes the magical fish to its limits. Will the old couple find happiness before the furious ocean washes away their dreams? "There once lived an old man and his old wife On the shore of the deep blue ocean..." The Tale of the Fisherman and the Fish, a timeless classic by Alexander Pushkin, invites readers into a magical world where wishes, gratitude, and family values intertwine. This heartwarming story holds a special charm during Christmas and all other holidays, reminding us of the beauty of giving, kindness, and being content with what we have. What Makes This Edition Special? A New Translation with a A fresh retelling with a slightly different conclusion, enhancing the timeless message for today’s readers Exquisite Hand-Painted Each page is a visual delight, with beautiful illustrations that bring this classic tale to life Educational Glossary and Translation Notes with Historical Fascinating translation notes with explanations of words and cultural details give readers a deeper look into Russian heritage and language Author Discover the life and work of Alexander Pushkin, the brilliant storyteller behind this beloved masterpiece Message of Gratitude and A story that celebrates kindness, family, and the joy of appreciating what we have Perfect for family and classroom A captivating story that’s ideal for sharing with groups, making reading time memorable and engaging This beautiful picture book is a perfect gift for birthdays and special occasions! Ideal for children of all ages, The Tale of the Fisherman and the Fish is a story to be cherished, passed down, and read together for generations. Cozy up and dive into this magical classic, time after time!
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As a mother of two active kids, Lucy Bozzi knows that parenting is a never-ending game of “Did someone just ask for a snack?” With a background in teaching, translation, and project management, she’s learned to juggle everything from spreadsheets to school projects with a skill that would impress even the most seasoned circus performer. Writing has become her creative escape, and her kids inspire her every word. Lucy believes in the magic of storytelling to bring families closer and ignite a lifelong love of reading. Through her books, she aims to instill timeless family values, encouraging readers to cherish the magic of togetherness and the joy of discovery. When she’s not writing, you can find Lucy trying to keep her kids from turning the living room into a jungle gym, teaching them to be creative, resilient, and confident as they embrace the beauty of everyday life.
Works of Russian writer Aleksandr Sergeyevich Pushkin include the verse novel Eugene Onegin (1831), the play Boris Godunov (1831), and many narrative and lyrical poems and short stories. See also: Russian: Александр Сергеевич Пушкин French: Alexandre Pouchkine Norwegian: Aleksander Pusjkin Spanish:Aleksandr Pushkin People consider this author the greatest poet and the founder of modern literature. Pushkin pioneered the use of vernacular speech in his poems, creating a style of storytelling—mixing drama, romance, and satire—associated ever with greatly influential later literature. Pushkin published his first poem at the age of 15 years in 1814, and the literary establishment widely recognized him before the time of his graduation from the imperial lyceum in Tsarskoe Selo. Social reform gradually committed Pushkin, who emerged as a spokesman for literary radicals and in the early 1820s clashed with the government, which sent him into exile in southern Russia. Under the strict surveillance of government censors and unable to travel or publish at will, he wrote his most famous drama but ably published it not until years later. People published his verse serially from 1825 to 1832. Pushkin and his wife Natalya Goncharova, whom he married in 1831, later became regulars of court society. In 1837, while falling into ever greater debt amidst rumors that his wife started conducting a scandalous affair, Pushkin challenged her alleged lover, Georges d'Anthès, to a duel. Pushkin was mortally wounded and died two days later. Because of his liberal political views and influence on generations of Russian rebels, Pushkin was portrayed by Bolsheviks as an opponent to bourgeois literature and culture and a predecessor of Soviet literature and poetry. Tsarskoe Selo was renamed after him.
