The Nutcracker and the Mouse King = Nussknacker und Mausekonig

The collection "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" invites the reader into the magical world of E. T. A. Hoffmann. On the pages of the book, truly enchanting and mysterious plots come to life. Five world-famous works – "The Nutcracker... and the Mouse King", "The Sandman", "Mademoiselle de Scudéry", "The Stone Heart", "Adventures on the Eve of the New Year" – transport readers to a world where the boundary between reality and wonders is barely discernible. Incredible stories of bravery and love, as well as mystical narratives with unexpected twists and secrets will leave no one indifferent. The author skillfully intertwines elements of the everyday and the fantastic, filling the tales with an atmosphere of magic, anxiety, and thrilling adventures, where the familiar takes on a new, astonishing form. In this edition, the original texts of the stories are presented with a parallel translation by A. L. Sokolovsky and M. A. Beketova. The works are accompanied by exquisite illustrations from French artists of the 19th century – Paul Gavarni and Charles Bertal. For reading convenience, the Russian text is laid out parallel to the German, which will allow readers to easily compare the original with the translation, pay attention to the difficulties faced by the translators, and note the most accurately translated fragments. The hardcover binding with a silver ribbon bookmark, the beautiful cover in emerald and lilac tones, and the gift design inside add sophistication and appeal to the book. It can be purchased not only for one's own collection but also as a gift for dear and close ones for New Year, Christmas, or birthdays.