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A GRU Major General and a prominent spy, Dmitri Polyakov (1921-1988) revealed Soviet secrets to the FBI and CIA for 25 years and was called "the jewel in the crown" of spies by CIA Director James Woolsey. He was sold out by Soviet spies Aldrich Ames and Robert Hanssen and executed. Two months after that, President Reagan sought in vain Polyakov’s pardon at his summit with Mikhail Gorbachev in 1988. The author new quite well Polyakov’s son Petr, who moved to the US after the fall of the USSR.

Athos is a place of pilgrimage for many Orthodox Christians. What does the Holy Mountain look like through the eyes of a Russian pilgrim, what is the administrative structure of the monasteries there, how does monastic life proceed under the Protection of the Mother of God? The reader will be able to find answers to these questions in this book.

This is a story about the author's critical health condition, as he experiences a serious medical emergency, including fainting spells, pacemaker surgery, and subsequent recovery. The timeline begins on June 1, 2025, when the author, losing consciousness, calls an ambulance, followed by emergency surgery at a hospital. The surgery is performed under local anesthesia, and the author describes his feelings and experiences during the procedure, including irritability and discomfort. Following the surgery, the author experiences a nine-day blackout, during which he enters a state of amnesia, with no memory of his hospital stay or surgery. Memories of thirst and attempts to find water contrast with his physical condition. Recovery begins on June 11, when the author regains consciousness, realizes the need to communicate with loved ones, and finds his phone with the help of a concierge.

In the beating heart of Nigeria, a Soviet military interpreter finds his destiny intertwined with the burgeoning Nigerian Air Force. Amidst the country’s rich cultural tapestry and historical depth, he treads a delicate path of military and diplomatic complexities. As the Air Force comes of age, clandestine operations and ambitions take wing against a backdrop of chaotic city streets and serene savannas. This is a saga of unity and individuality, where language barriers, power struggles, and personal bonds underline the journey. Against the hum of jet engines and a boundless sky, a story of modern evolution dances with the echoes of ancient realms, painting a vivid portrait of life and legacy beneath the African sun.