Mussorgsky, M. Boris Godunov. Libretto for the Folk Musical Drama in 4 Acts with a Prologue. Moscow, 1929. In Russian.

М. Мусоргский.
Борис Годунов.
Народная музыкальная драма в 4 действ. с прологом. Музыка М. Мусоргского. Серия оперных либретто под ред. Л. Л. Оболенского. Художник: В. Т. Ф.
Москва: Теа-кино-печать, «Мосполиграф» 18 тип. им. М. И. Рогова, 1929.
Миниатюрный формат. Мягкая издательская обложка.
Тираж 5000 экз.
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M. Mussorgsky.
Boris Godunov.
Folk Musical Drama in 4 acts with a prologue. Music by M. Mussorgsky. Series of Opera Librettos edited by L. L. Obolensky. Artist: V. T. F.
Moscow: Tea-kino-pechat, "Mospoligraf" 18th Printing House named after M. I. Rogov, 1929.
Miniature format. Softcover.
Edition of 5,000 copies.

This rare 1929 miniature libretto for Modest Mussorgsky’s Boris Godunov represents a pivotal era in the dissemination of Russian operatic masterpieces to the early Soviet public. The text provides a deep dive into the internal logic of this monumental "folk musical drama," including the arrangement of the four acts and prologue that depict the tragic reign of the Tsar and the burgeoning power of the Russian people. Published as part of a specialized series edited by L. L. Obolensky, this volume serves as a vital primary source for understanding the editorial priorities of the late 1920s, where Mussorgsky’s realism was celebrated for its raw emotional power and historical depth. The visual identity of the edition is enhanced by the work of the artist "V. T. F.," whose contributions reflect the graphic trends of the period, bridging the gap between classical operatic tradition and Soviet book design.