
Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin's book, “The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights: Illustrated Commentary,” is an edition that includes the text of the tale itself, accompanied by cultural commentary and illustrations. “The Tale of the Dead Princess and the Seven Knights” is one of Pushkin’s most famous fairy tales. It tells the story of a young bogatyr (hero) who searches for the princess, who will be resurrected if the young hero loves her. The commentary explores the mythological context of the tale, highlights folkloric characteristics, explains the symbolic meaning of phrases, and includes plot and linguistic details that help the reader achieve a deeper understanding. The book features numerous illustrations that aid in visualizing the action and bringing the magical world to life. The “book within a book” format helps explain the meaning of unfamiliar words and expressions to a child without interrupting the flow of Pushkin’s story.