The Sea Tsar and Vasilisa the Wise: A Russian Folk Tale
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In this classic Russian folk tale, the Tsar of Russia must give up his beloved son, Ivan Tsarevich, to the Sea Tsar after trading away a coffer against instructions. How will Ivan and Vasilisa the Wise complete the arduous tasks the Sea Tsar has in store? Will they make their way back to sacred Russia? Listen in to find out.
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