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Moussorgsky

Moussorgsky

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Condition: Good

Condition Notes: Cover shows moderate shelf wear with light stains. Pages and binding are in good shape.

Author(s): Oskar Von Riesemann
Edition: New Edition

Publication year: 1935

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: Tudor Publishing Co.

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This comprehensive biographical monograph serves as an objective, detailed study documenting the life, psychological struggles, and enduring artistic legacy of Modest Petrovich Moussorgsky. Originally translated from German, the narrative chronologically tracks the composer from his childhood roots in rural Russia through his civil service career and his ultimate descent into severe alcoholism and isolation. The text focuses heavily on his creative evolution within the nineteenth-century nationalist music movement, exploring his close collaborations with Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov and the circle of composers known as "The Five" who sought to build a distinct Russian classical identity. The study provides structural analyses of landmark compositions, including the complex history behind the opera Boris Godunov and the thematic inspirations driving the piano suite Pictures at an Exhibition. It functions as a foundational academic reference that preserves early twentieth-century critical perspectives on the raw, unconventional harmonic techniques that redefined modern orchestration.

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Book Condition Scale

  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Is

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.