David of Sassoun – Armenian National Epic | Vintage Soviet Illustrated Book, 1982

David of Sassoun – Armenian National Epic, 1982

A vintage Soviet edition of David of Sassoun (Давид Сасунский), the celebrated Armenian heroic epic and a major work of Caucasus oral literature.

Published in Leningrad in 1982 as part of the prestigious Library of the Poet series, this volume presents the Armenian epic in Russian poetic translation.

The narrative follows four generations of legendary heroes:

• Sanasar and Baghdasar

• Mher the Elder

• David of Sassoun

• Mher the Younger

The stories explore heroism, resistance, family, justice and the cultural traditions of the Armenian people.

The edition includes an introductory essay and detailed notes by Levon Mkrtchyan, as well as illustrations by Armenian artists.

Publication Details

• Original title: Давид Сасунский

• English title: David of Sassoun

• Year: 1982

• Publisher: Sovetsky Pisatel

• Publication place: Leningrad, USSR

• Series: Library of the Poet, Large Series

• Language: Russian

• Original language: Armenian

• Binding: Hardcover with illustrated dust jacket

• Genre: Armenian epic poetry, folklore and mythology

Condition

Vintage pre-owned condition. The dust jacket shows significant age-related wear, including tears, creases, rubbing and frayed edges. The green hardcover is in comparatively good condition. Pages show age-related toning and some wear near the binding. Please review photographs carefully.

A collectible publication for enthusiasts of Armenian literature, Soviet books, Caucasus history, folklore and epic poetry.