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49-Russian Folklore: I Pity the Fool

Myths and Legends

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The Old Man With His Ear to the Ground

The fool offered a ride to anyone who needed it. He saw an odd man with his ear to the ground, so he asked him if he wanted one of his rides. They were soon cruising along in the sky as they sang and had fun. The next person was carrying a sack full of bread on his back. When they asked what he was doing, he said that he was looking for his dinner. Next came a man taking sticks into forest because every time he laid them down their size would become a human soldier. Finally, when approaching city sheirder and weirder did you want to ride? Do you have any questions or comments about this story? Please email jennifer

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