This collection of traditional stories will sweep you away to the birch forests and ornate palaces of Russia. You'll meet a mysterious girl born from the snow, a terrifying Baba Yaga, and a series of dauntless heroines and heroes willing to fight dragons and cross fiery rivers. Blending whimsical magic with magnificent drama, these tales come to life alongside intricate contemporary art in this special illustrated edition.

Dinara Mirtalipova is a self-taught illustrator and designer. Born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, she grew up steeped in Uzbek/Russian folklore that still influences her work. She now lives in Sagamore Hills, Ohio.