The Blue Well

Interesting Facts

• "The Blue Well" is one of the well-known works of Pavel Bazhov, which is part of a cycle of Ural tales based on folklore and legends of the Urals.
• The main character of the tale is a boy named Ilya, who encounters the mystical force residing in the well and learns about the treasures hidden within.
• The tale reflects traditional Ural motifs, such as belief in spirits and supernatural forces, as well as the connection between humans and nature.
• The work features the image of Sinushka—a spirit who guards the well and treasures, and who can be both benevolent and ominous.
• The tale "The Blue Well" emphasizes the importance of honesty and kindness, showing that greed and deceit can lead to misfortune.