The Russian Grandmother's Wonder Tales

** "The Russian Grandmother's Wonder Tales" by Louise Seymour Houghton is a treasury of folklore shared across generations. A grandmother captivates her grandson with stories reflecting Russian culture, filled with Slavic humor and characters inspired by village life. The stories feature animals that learn important lessons. The book opens with the young boy asking for stories from his grandmother, who spins wool as she shares her tales. The first story features Isegrim the Wolf, who imagines he's a Roman during a humorous journey where things go wrong. These stories blend folklore, humor, and insight into human folly and captivate the boy, starting a series of stories enriched with cultural references and morals. **