About Alexander Zhitinsky
Lived 1941 – 2012 (aged 71). Alexander Zhitinsky was a Russian journalist, poet, screenwriter, publisher and writer.
Alexander Nikolayevich Zhitinsky (; January 19, 1941 – January 25, 2012) was a Russian writer and journalist, founder of the publishing house. He used the pseudonyms Rock-diletant, МАССА, and Maccolit.
He was born into the family of a military pilot on January 19, 1941. After finishing his education at the Leningrad Polytechnic Institute, he became a well-known author, publishing 12 books during his career. He died on January 25, 2012.
The 1989 film The Stairway is based on his eponymous novella.
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Who was Alexander Zhitinsky?
Russian journalist (1941–2012)
When was Alexander Zhitinsky born?
Alexander Zhitinsky was born on 19 January 1941 in Simferopol.
When did Alexander Zhitinsky die?
Alexander Zhitinsky died on 25 January 2012 in Finland.
What was Alexander Zhitinsky's occupation?
Alexander Zhitinsky was a journalist, poet, screenwriter, publisher and writer.
What nationality was Alexander Zhitinsky?
Alexander Zhitinsky was Russian.
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