""Journey to the Magical Land, or the Birth of the Unicorn" is a fantasy story in which our world and the world of elves, unicorns and other fabulous creatures are intertwined.
The author of the book has lived in Tallinn for many years. In the 90s, she became interested in studying Eastern philosophies, as well as myths, epics and legends of the peoples of Russia. The mystical atmosphere of the ancient city inspired Irina Thaler to create this story: "Medieval Tallinn is a wonderful scenery in itself, and if you look at the city walls through the prism of legends, amazing stories begin to be born in your head," says Irina. to write a children's book where ancient epics become equal participants in modern characters, and that's how the story of Yuuri and his friends was born."
Yuuri is an ordinary boy, most of all he likes to spend time with friends and ride a bike. But one day everything suddenly changes - the boy buys a skillful craft from a mysterious craftsman, who turns out to be ... a magical living creature, an elf, and she really needs his help.
Together with a new acquaintance, Yuri finds herself in a wonderful world inhabited by sophisticated elves, skillful dwarves, baby elfs and guardians of the forests - pompils - but a real danger hangs over this world. Together with the inhabitants of the magical land, Yuri decides to stand up for her - although he is not as brave and strong as he would like ... He will have exciting adventures in which he will learn to overcome fear and support others, be decisive and courageous, and unexpectedly find himself extraordinary friend.
Author: Irina Taler Illustrations: Aleksanlra Liukkonen Pages: 160 (Coated). Hardcover Dimensions: 248x177x16 mm
