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Uncensored Folklore: The Hidden Side of Russian Tradition
Dive into the radical underworld of Russian folk culture with Alexander Afanasyev’s Russian Secret Tales. While the great ethnographer is famous for his canonical fairy tale collection, he secretly compiled this “forbidden” archive—a raw, unvarnished voice of the people. Here, you’ll find earthy eroticism, cynical satire aimed at clergy and authority, and absurdist black humor, all stripped of censorship, moralizing, and literary polish.
This edition stands apart. It presents selected texts in modern spelling, preserving the vivid, uncut power of folk speech. Fifteen detailed analyses by cultural scholar Yu. R. Milovich-Sheralieva bridge the gap between these shocking tales and today’s reader, revealing their depth and context. Exclusive illustrations by artist “ternovye” offer a contemporary reimagining of ancient plots.
Housed in an elegant gift format, the book features stylish design, quality paper, a colored ribbon bookmark, and numerous illustrations. It’s a striking addition to any collection and an ideal gift for connoisseurs of Russian folklore—or anyone ready to see culture without rose-colored glasses.
