In all the world there is said to be nothing more beautiful than the
Firebird. When Ivan-Tsarevitch, youngest son of the Tsar, goes on a
quest for the amazing bird, he finds himself flying over mountains and
woods on a talking wolf, confronting a wicked Baba Yaga, and rescuing an
enchanted princess from Koshchei the Immortal. But when he returns from
his magical journey, he brings home the most precious treasure of all.
Gennady Spirin brings this original version of the Firebird tale from
his native Russia and has illustrated it in his trademark rich, luminous
style. This retelling of a classic is sure to become the new standard.