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“At the Pike’s Command” is a classic Russian fairy tale brimming with magic, mischief, and unexpected transformation. Emelya, a lazy and carefree fool, prefers the warmth of the stove to the world beyond—until he catches a talking pike who offers him the power to make his every wish come true. With a few enchanted words, chores complete themselves, sleighs drive without horses, and even royalty takes notice. But Emelya’s tale isn’t just about whimsy—it’s a journey from foolishness to heroism, from peasant to prince. Packed with charm, humor, and a touch of the absurd, this is a story where magic rewrites destiny—and even the most unlikely dreamer can rule a kingdom.
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By Nicholas Kotar5
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“At the Pike’s Command” is a classic Russian fairy tale brimming with magic, mischief, and unexpected transformation. Emelya, a lazy and carefree fool, prefers the warmth of the stove to the world beyond—until he catches a talking pike who offers him the power to make his every wish come true. With a few enchanted words, chores complete themselves, sleighs drive without horses, and even royalty takes notice. But Emelya’s tale isn’t just about whimsy—it’s a journey from foolishness to heroism, from peasant to prince. Packed with charm, humor, and a touch of the absurd, this is a story where magic rewrites destiny—and even the most unlikely dreamer can rule a kingdom.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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