Anatoly Fedorovich Koni (1844-1927) – brilliant lawyer and famous public figure. The magnificent speaker, impeccably possessing the word, Koni became famous for public lectures, performances in trials, as well as unique memoirs. In his memoirs, the St. Petersburg old -timer depicts the golden season of the northern capital, draws bright portraits of contemporaries: writers, artists, politicians. Stories about meetings with L. N. Tolstoy, F. M. Dostoevsky, I. S. Turgenev, A.P. Chekhov contain many curious details and reveal the secrets of creating famous literary works. The chronicler of the outgoing era, Koni invites the reader to take a fascinating walk ‘along the streets and squares of Old Petersburg, feel the atmosphere of the past, become a witness and participant in the most important events of Russian history.
Author
Koni Anatoly Fedorovich
Publisher
Ig Lenizdat, 2014
Series
Lenizza-classic
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