Walking in St. Petersburg with Alexander Druz

Alexander Druz – a legendary expert, diamond star of the "What? Where? When?" club and six-time winner of the main prize "Crystal Owl".
Who can know Petersburg better than a true Petersburger and one of the most famous intellectuals in Russia? Alexander Druz was born in the cultural capital and loved to walk around the city from childhood: first with his parents, then with his future wife, and finally with his children. Discovering new facts about the city's attractions and seemingly inconspicuous corners every year, he decided to gather his favorite routes and share them with you.
In the pages of this book, you will find detailed descriptions of routes and the history of memorable places in the city. You will learn many interesting details about Petersburg: on what principle Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky chose his house, where the famous tailor Ruch lived, who sewed the coat in which Pushkin was at his last duel. The author will share the curiosities from which the legends of Petersburg were born and guide you through the secret places you may not have noticed.
Prepare comfortable shoes – and off you go!