The atmosphere of celebration and mystery, wonderful transformations and animated toys, a scary seven-headed monster and a brave wooden knight… Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann's short story "The Nutcracker" is a recognized classic that has been proven for centuries. Amazing, unlike anything else, psychological and mystical at the same time - this story continues to conquer the hearts of new and new readers.The "Nutcracker" in the "Collection" series is:- Romantic and exquisite illustrations by Anastasia Ranneva.- The classic translation by Alexander Sokolovsky, the Pushkin Prize winner (1901), the famous Shakespeare scholar.- Collector's edition format: coated paper, foil and varnish elements on the cover.- A wonderful New Year's tale that can be given to both a child and an adult.For children of secondary school age.