The Silver Hoof

Interesting Facts

• «The Silver Hoof» is a skaz included in the collection of Ural skazy by Pavel Bazhov, and it is based on the folklore motifs of the Ural region.
• The main character of the skaz is a mystical creature — a goat with a silver hoof that can strike precious stones from the ground.
• The plot of the skaz revolves around the girl Darenka and her grandfather Kokovanya, who encounter The Silver Hoof and witness its magic.
• The skaz «The Silver Hoof» illustrates the theme of faith in miracles and kindness, as well as the importance of family values and traditions.
• The story of The Silver Hoof has become one of the most popular and beloved among Bazhov's skazy, and it has been adapted multiple times for theater and film.