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The Golden Maiden and other folk tales and fairy stories told in Armenia
Paperback
Classic FictionGeneral Fiction
ISBN13: 9781804842362
Publisher: Glagoslav Publications B.V.
Published: Jan 1 2026
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.64 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Step into a world shaped by mountains, memory, and magic. In The Golden Maiden and Other Folk Tales and Fairy Stories Told in Armenia, A. G. Seklemian gathers the living voices of Armenian oral tradition and sets them down for generations to come.
Within these pages roam fearsome Devs, radiant Peris, clever youngest sons, and courageous heroes who triumph through wit as often as strength. From enchanted treasures to the luminous Golden Maiden herself, the tales reflect a land poised at the crossroads of East and West, beneath the eternal shadow of Mount Ararat.
First published in 1898, this collection is more than a book of fairy tales-it is an act of cultural preservation. Created on the eve of immense historical upheaval, it safeguards the imagination, values, and storytelling rhythms of the Armenian people. Echoing the timeless appeal of the Brothers Grimm, yet infused with a spirit all its own, this illustrated edition is an essential volume for lovers of folklore, mythology, and enduring stories.
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