Iz Topora Skachat Knigu: Kasha

: Bit by bit, the woman provides all the actual ingredients for a hearty meal. They eat together, and she is amazed that such delicious porridge came from a simple axe.

: When she asks when the axe will be soft enough to eat, the soldier says it needs more boiling and takes it with him, leaving her satisfied but thoroughly tricked. Key Themes kasha iz topora skachat knigu

: As he stirs the boiling water with the axe, he tastes it and suggests it would be better with "just a pinch of salt." She brings it. Then, he asks for "a handful of grain," then "a bit of butter". : Bit by bit, the woman provides all