The Scarlet Flower

Interesting Facts

• The tale is an adaptation of the French story «Beauty and the Beast», but with Russian color and details.
• The plot of the tale was told to Aksakov by his nanny Pelageya.
• The tale includes elements of Russian folklore, such as talking animals and magical objects.
• The main heroine, the merchant's youngest daughter, is distinguished not only by her beauty but also by her kindness, which helps her overcome all challenges.
• The Beast in the tale turns out to be a cursed prince, and his liberation occurs thanks to the sincere love and loyalty of the main heroine.
• The tale was first published in 1858 and has since become a classic of Russian literature.