Pro muzhikov i bab. Skazki. [About men and women. Fairy tales].

£950 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

An attractive Soviet children's book illustrated in a traditional 'lubki' style. Published as part of the libkez campaign to eradicate illiteracy in the peasant population, the book includes two stories about a couple in a rural household designed to entertain both adults and children alike. Scarce, no copies found on WolrdCat First edition; 16mo (14.7 x 11.3 cm); 4 full pages of illustrations printed in orange and black; printed wrappers, a few minor stains internally and to the wrappers, a very good copy.

• Binding: Hardcover

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