11 july, 2008 14:00
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sent a telegram of condolences to the family and friends of writer Anatoly Pristavkin

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sent a telegram of condolences to the family and friends of writer Anatoly Pristavkin

His message said, in part:
«Russia has lost a wonderful writer and a truly patriotic citizen. Anatoly Pristavkin lived a life of utmost dignity. He retained firm belief in humanist ideals and the final triumph of justice. He honourably contributed to literature and won influence as statesman and community activist».