Animal Stories

Stubborn and freedom-loving cat Mura; the cheerful dog Jerin’ka, always ready for mischief and adventures; and the chimpanzee Tarasik, who charmed the Petersburg intelligentsia with his painting—these are the main characters of this book. Animals walk alongside a person and support them throughout their life: they are constantly present in our world, as if staying in the shadows. “Animal Stories” is warm, vivid prose where the funny coexists with the sad, and lightness with tragedy; these are tales of small (or perhaps not so small) fates that unfold alongside our own. Art historian Ekaterina Andreeva recalls her beloved animals with gratitude and gives them a voice, sharing their stories—honest, strong, and compelling.