How to turn an evil sorcerer into a good wizard? What should a princess do if she falls into the clutches of a man-eater or an evil robber? What should a cowboy do if he finds an ancient treasure? This is a collection of fairy tales in verse with an unusual plot. The main characters - princesses and pirates, fairies and Cossacks, cowboys and knights - get into incredible and sometimes dangerous situations, and every time they find a simple and witty way out. These are tales about friendship, generosity, kindness and optimism.