The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship, (Hardcover)

from Whisper1

A simple Russian tale of the unfavored son who goes on a quest. Finding a ship that flies, he comes upon many country people who assist him and others along the way. Eventually, with the help of hi...

from RiaO

This is a book about a boy who was considered foolish compared to the rest of his brothers. He embarks on a trip on a flying ship and eventually ends up winning the hand and love of the Czar's daug...

from scote23

I liked this story. I feel like I've heard it before. It was sort of like...Seven Chinese Brothers. I think that's the title.Caldecott Medal, 1969

from empress8411

In the tradition of most folktales, the third son, neither clever nor wealth nor important, sets out to find his fortune. And through his kindness and obedience to those wiser then him, he gains fr...

from BookConcierge

This retelling of a traditional Russian folk tale was awarded the Caldecott Medal for illustrations by Uri Sheulevitz. The fool is a peasant with limited resources; even his parents look down on hi...