This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket is unmarked, and the boards match the design of the dust jacket. Yakov and the Seven Thieves is a children's book written by Madonna and illustrated by Gennady Spirin, published in 2004. It is part of her series of spiritual and moral-themed picture books. The story is set in a small village and follows Yakov, a desperate father whose son is gravely ill. He seeks help from a wise old man, who tells him that only prayer and repentance can save the child. Instead of praying himself, Yakov turns to seven thieves, asking them to pray for his son. Despite their wicked pasts, the thieves' prayers prove to be the most powerful, demonstrating that redemption and goodness can be found in the most unexpected places. Gennady Spirin, known for his detailed and classical style, brings a rich, old-world feel to the story. His artwork has a medieval, fairy-tale-like quality that enhances the book’s spiritual themes.