The Golden Maiden, and other folk tales and fairy stories told in Armenia

"The Golden Maiden, and other folk tales and fairy stories told in Armenia" by A. K. Seklemian is a compilation of Armenian folk stories, capturing the essence of Armenian culture and mythology through enchanting narratives. The book opens with an introduction from A.G. Seklemian, who shares his background as a teller of tales that developed from the oral customs in Armenian towns during his early years. The initial story, "The Golden Maiden," unfolds a narrative of a cruel stepmother and her stepdaughter, whose life takes an unexpected turn when she is turned into a lamb. As events unfold, the tales center on themes of family bonds, the allure of magic, and the triumph of good over evil, as the main character faces difficulties and sets out to free herself from her stepmother's malice.