Russian Folk Tales by A. N. Afanasyev — Tatyana Mavrina Illustrated Soviet Edition, 1979

Published in Moscow in 1979, this vintage edition of Russian Folk Tales brings together traditional stories collected by the renowned Russian folklorist Alexander N. Afanasyev.

The volume is illustrated by Tatyana Mavrina, whose colorful, expressive interpretation of Russian folk imagery gives the book its remarkable visual character. Her decorative animals, figures, lettering and fantastical creatures transform the volume into much more than a collection of stories—it is also a striking example of Soviet-era book illustration.

Mavrina received the Hans Christian Andersen Medal for Illustration in 1976, and this edition prominently celebrates her contribution to children's book art.

Alongside the fairy tales, the volume contains an introductory essay and glossary by V. P. Anikin.

Bibliographic Details

Title — Народные русские сказки (Russian Folk Tales)
Collection — A. N. Afanasyev
Illustrations — Tatyana Mavrina
Introduction & glossary — V. P. Anikin
Publisher — Khudozhestvennaya Literatura
Place — Moscow, USSR
Year — 1979
Language — Russian
Binding — Hardcover
Length — approximately 348 pages
Illustrations — Color and monochrome illustrations throughout

Condition

Authentic vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. The hardcover has rubbing and edge/corner wear. Pages have natural age toning, with some staining and discoloration visible. Please study the photographs for a detailed representation of condition.

This is the exact vintage copy shown in the photographs.

Perfect for

Collectors of Soviet books and illustration, Russian and Slavic folklore enthusiasts, vintage children's book collectors, admirers of Tatyana Mavrina, and anyone interested in distinctive twentieth-century book design.