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Discover the rich tapestry of Russian folklore with **Dmitry Nikolaevich Sadovnikov’s Riddles of the Russian People. This essential volume, priced at 1474.00 RUR**, offers a unique window into the cultural heritage of 19th-century Russia.
Sadovnikov, a noted ethnographer and folklorist, compiled one of the first systematic collections of folk riddles in Russian scholarship. His work goes beyond mere cataloguing: he classified thousands of riddles and analyzed the thought processes and worldview of the Russian peasantry. The collection reflects the growing public fascination with folk culture in the latter half of the 1800s, cementing its status as a key monument of national identity.
Through the preservation of authentic folk language, readers can trace how mythopoetic thinking expressed itself in metaphorical and analogical imagery. Whether you’re a student of folklore, a linguist, or simply curious about the roots of Russian tradition, this book provides an authoritative and engaging resource. Dive into the riddles that shaped a nation’s imagination—order your copy today.
