The Mikado - Kalmus Edition Author:Gilbert, William S., Sullivan, Arthur S. A lighthearted burlesque of Japanese culture and the vagaries of love, and one of the most widely-admired of all the Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. The sparkling lyrics and witty dialogue of this comic masterpiece are as much a delight to read as they are to hear. Complete libretto with 9 charming illustrations by W. S. Gilbert.