The Horse with the Pink Mane
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Summary
The story "The Horse with the Pink Mane" by Viktor Petrovich Astafyev tells of a boy living with his grandmother in a village. One day, his grandmother gives him an important task — to sell berries at the market and buy bread. Succumbing to temptation, the boy spends the money on sweets and a toy horse with a pink mane. Afraid of punishment, he concocts a story about being robbed. However, the truth comes out, and the boy feels shame and remorse. The story explores themes of honesty, responsibility, and the consequences of deceit.
Date of publication: 22 July 2024
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Genre: Children's literature