{"product_id":"rare-1963-soviet-edition-of-starik-hottabych-by-lazar-lagin","title":"Rare 1963 Soviet Edition of Starik Hottabych by Lazar Lagin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"404\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn original 1963 Soviet edition of \u003cstrong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"314\"\u003e\"Старик Хоттабыч\" (Starik Hottabych \/ Old Man Khottabych)\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eLazar Lagin\u003c\/strong\u003e, published in Moscow by the legendary children's publisher \u003cstrong data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eDetgiz\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eOne of the best-loved classics of Soviet children's literature, the story follows schoolboy \u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eVolka Kostylkov\u003c\/strong\u003e, who discovers an ancient sealed vessel and accidentally frees the powerful genie \u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eHassan Abdurrahman ibn Khottab\u003c\/strong\u003e, affectionately known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"673\"\u003eHottabych\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the ancient genie attempts to adapt to modern Soviet life, magic, humor, and adventure combine in one of the most iconic children's books of the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eThis collectible edition is especially desirable for its illustrations by celebrated Soviet artist \u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eGerman Mazurin\u003c\/strong\u003e, whose artwork became closely associated with the classic story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"kylm4h\" data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xklopp\" data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003eClassic Soviet children's fantasy by Lazar Lagin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"194fxpl\" data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eOriginal illustrations by German Mazurin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uq9bjc\" data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eFull-page color plates and numerous black-and-white illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nb9y3t\" data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eOriginal 1963 Detgiz edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sd5ctw\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003eA classic blend of folklore, fantasy, adventure, and Soviet childhood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nqhd78\" data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eHighly collectible edition for enthusiasts of Soviet children's books and illustration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q44225\" data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aqelz7\" data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1485\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Старик Хоттабыч (Starik Hottabych \/ Old Man Khottabych)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tcyvgu\" data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lazar Lagin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10nggzb\" data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e German Mazurin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nk6rdn\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Detgiz, Moscow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17890oc\" data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wbjwdd\" data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Russian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jwz9b9\" data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original illustrated hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ir5369\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pfehcl\" data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1778\"\u003eFair to good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eThe original illustrated hardcover shows age-related wear, including rubbing along the edges, softened corners, and wear to the spine consistent with use. The binding remains generally stable, and the main text block is complete and fully readable. The beautiful color plates and black-and-white illustrations by German Mazurin remain bright and well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the final few text pages and the publisher's closing page have tears and damage. The book is offered \u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eas found\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable as a reading copy, restoration project, or collectible edition valued for its scarce 1963 printing and original Mazurin illustrations. Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2719\"\u003eAn increasingly hard-to-find edition of one of the most beloved classics of Soviet children's literature and an excellent addition to collections of vintage illustrated books, fairy tales, and Soviet publishing history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tsar to Soviets books ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48722689163496,"sku":"USSR0067","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/8743\/6008\/files\/photo_2_2026-07-09_14-39-21.jpg?v=1783594008","url":"https:\/\/tsartosovietsbooks.com\/products\/rare-1963-soviet-edition-of-starik-hottabych-by-lazar-lagin","provider":"Tsar to Soviets books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}