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Boris Godounov; A Musical Drama In Three Acts

Boris Godounov; A Musical Drama In Three Acts

Mussorgsky, M.

Paperback

General World HistoryPlaysMusic Reference

ISBN10: 9354308236
ISBN13: 9789354308239
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Jan 11 2021
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.11 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Power, paranoia, and the haunting toll of ambition: Boris Godounov is the Russian grand opera that changed the course of classical music. Modest Mussorgsky's epic three-act musical drama plunges readers into the heart of 17th century Moscow, where a dynastic succession crisis and the shadow of the Time of Troubles shape the fate of a nation. Inspired by Pushkin's legendary play, this complete opera libretto captures the turbulent world of Russian tsar politics, where personal tragedy and historical destiny collide. Boris Godounov is more than a historical tragedy opera; it is a profound meditation on power, conscience, and the cost of rule. Mussorgsky's text, steeped in the spirit of Russian romantic opera, brings to life the grandeur and anguish of a tsar haunted by guilt and threatened by rivals. For opera singers, this edition offers a study cornerstone, while classical music students and lovers of dramatic literature will find a vivid window into the soul of imperial Russia. Every page pulses with the urgency of a nation in crisis, its characters torn between loyalty, fear, and ambition. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a casual reader drawn to the drama of Russian history or a collector seeking a cornerstone of world opera, Boris Godounov stands as a cultural treasure that continues to resonate across generations.

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