Myths of the Northern Peoples of Russia for Children

An illustrated book about the original mythology of the northern peoples of Russia. With texts of myths and bright illustrations by Alena Solomatina.
Why does the Sun need a deer? How did ducks help God create the earth? Why did they feed the fire? And why is a mammoth a fish? You can learn about this and much more from the myths of the northern peoples of Russia - the Yakuts and Chukchi, Koryaks and Mansi. You will get to know the gods inhabiting the nine layers of the sky and the heroes who save the world, one-eyed people and invisible creatures, giants and dwarfs.
The creator of the world Ulgan and his evil brother Erlik, the brave hero Mani and the goddess Ilyntyl are ready to tell amazing stories about their exploits and adventures.

Book Features
— A detailed analysis of myths, the texts of which are adapted for children.
— Riddles about myths (with answers at the end of the book) develop erudition.
— Stories about Northern explorers and the peculiarities of life of northern peoples: climate, history and culture. Unique facts about shamans and their activities.
— The author is an expert folklorist, an employee of the Center for Typology and Semiotics of Folklore at the Russian State University for the Humanities.
— Vivid illustrations by artist Alena Solomatina complement the author’s story.
— A beautiful gift edition — a continuation of the series "Myths for Children".

Recommended reader age: 10+

Author: Victoria Novikova
Year of issue: 2025
Publisher: Mann, Ivanov and Ferber
Cover type: Hardcover
Pages: 176
Dimensions: 220x170x9 mm
ISBN: 978-5-00214-824-0