Review: "Stories to Change A Person's Direction"
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 03 16, 2013
This book is a collection of seventeen original tales from Ukraine.  As in all fables, there are usually real-life lessons of morality.  These fables, in deed, express dreams, justice, a sense of humor, sincerity, and the people.  "Together" is a beautiful tale of never-ending love; a true fable of the heart.  "Boots for the Refuse Collector" is about the kindness of a troll (which trolls do not often exhibit).  In front of a jobless, hopeless man, new shoes appear.  If he steps into those shoes, will his life's journey be easier?  This is a very thoughtful, humbling story.  I've read each one of these fables and there are messages for everyone to ponder.  These fables are extraordinary and very meaningful.  They are well written and edited and I'm so pleased to have the opportunity to have read them.  Fables told to us in our youth have a tendency to stay with us forever.  These fables are meant to be shared, and they, too, will be remembered in the future.  Thank you, Author Natalia Dobzhanska for translating these wonderful stories for English speaking readers.  They are very refreshing.  I also find the cover art unique and enticing.