Glazunov has painted many illustrations of Russian classical literature. He often speaks with gratitude of A. V. Sofronov, former editor-in-chief of “Ogonyok,” who, even during the Soviet era, made it a point to include re-publications of Russian classics in the magazine’s literary supplements.

The Wanderer. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Woods.” 1963	Mother Manefa. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Woods.” 1963	Grisha. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s short story“Grisha.” 1963	Nizhny Novgorod. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Mountains.” 1963	Dunya with a Book. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Mountains.” 1963

Dunya’s Return. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Mountains.” 1963	On the Volga. Cupolas. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s short story “Old Times.” 1963	In the Monastery. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novella “Princess Tarakanova and Princess Vladimirskaya.” 1963	Poyarkov. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “Poyarkov.” 1963	Flyonushka. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Woods.” 1963

Legend of the Town of Kitezh. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Woods.” 1963	A Provincial Town. Illustration for I. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977	Winter. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s novel “In the Woods.” 1963	Russian Old-Believer Women. Illustration for P. Melnikov-Pechersky’s short story “Letter about the Schism.”	The Unreaped Strip. Illustration for a verse by N. Nekrasov. 1973

Vera in the Chapel. Illustration for I. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977	In St. Petersburg’s Drawing Rooms. Illustration for L. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977	Marfin’ka. Illustration for I. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977	Raisky. Illustration for I. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977	Vera. Illustration for I. Goncharov’s novel “The Precipice.” 1977

Vlas. Illustration for N. Nekrasov’s poem “Vlas.” 1970	Tsar Boris. Illustration for A. Tolstoy’s drama “Tsar Boris.” 1969	The Snow Maiden. Illustration for A. Ostrovsky’s play “The Snow Maiden.” 1974	Katerina. Illustration for A. Ostrovsky’s drama “The Storm.” 1972	Orina, a Soldier’s Mother. Illustration for a poem by N. Nekrasov. 1970

Many were surprised to learn that Glazunov had chosen to create illustrations of the works of writer Aleksandr Kuprin. One Italian critic wrote, after reading a book illustrated by the artist, “Glazunov has created an encyclopedia of Russian life. Through his works one can learn about Russia from Dostoyevsky to Kuprin. One must only wonder at the artist’s deep penetration into the world of distinctly different authors while remaining true to his art. Illustrations to Kuprin’s “The Junker Cadets,” “Breguet,” “The Duel,” “The Pit,” and “Moloch” are an artistic triumph.”

Female Figures. Illustration for A. Kuprin’s novella “The Pit.” 1964	Woman’s Portrait. Illustration for A. Kuprin’s novella “The Pit.” 1964	The Street. Illustration for A. Kuprin’s novella “The Pit.” 1964	Officers. Illustration for A. Kuprin’s short story “The Duel.” 1969	A Young Boy. Illustration for N. Leskov’s novella “Lady MacBeth of Mtsensk.” 1973

Perhaps no single Russian artist has painted more illustrations of Russian classic literature. Inspired by Leskov and his description of late 19th century Russian life, Glazunov brought images from many of the author’s works vividly to life.

Illustration for N. Leskov’s novella “Lady MacBeth of Mtensk.” 1973	Wanderers. Illustration for N. Leskov’s short story “The Scarecrow.” 1971	Master. Illustration for N. Leskov’s novella “Levsha (Lefty).” 1973	At the Samovar. Illustration for N. Leskov’s short story “The Female Warrior.” 1973	Gypsy Woman. Illustration for N. Leskov’s short story “The Enchanted Wanderer.” 1973