Publisher's Synopsis
Snegurotchka, The Snow Maiden: A Legend Of Springtide, An Opera In Four Acts (1921) is a classic opera written by Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakoff. The story is based on a Russian folktale about Snegurotchka, a beautiful girl made of snow who longs to experience human emotions and fall in love. The opera is set in a mythical Russian village during the springtime, where Snegurotchka is born and raised by Father Frost and Spring Beauty. As she grows older, she falls in love with a mortal named Lel, but her inability to feel emotions causes her to struggle with her feelings. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the beauty of nature. The music is composed of beautiful melodies and intricate orchestration, making it a beloved classic in the world of opera. Overall, Snegurotchka, The Snow Maiden: A Legend Of Springtide, An Opera In Four Acts (1921) is a timeless work of art that continues to captivate audiences with its enchanting story and stunning music.Additional Translator P. Lalo. English Version By Frederick H. Martens.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
