Speranski

/ (spɛˈrænskɪ) /

noun

Mikhail Mikhailovich (mixɑˈil). 1772–1839, Russian statesman, chief adviser (1807–12) to Alexander I. His greatest achievement was the codification of Russian law (begun 1826)

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There were no ladies present except Speranski's little daughter (long-faced like her father) and her governess.
War and Peace|Leo Tolstoy
Captain Speranski ate his meal alone, and in solemn silence.
Tales from Blackwood|Various
Two letters brought by a courier were handed to Speranski and he took them to his study.
War and Peace|Leo Tolstoy
Speranski's conception was too tender a blossom for the rough climate of Russia, even in its springtide.
History of the Jews in Russia and Poland, Volume I (of 3)|S. M. Dubnow

Now all these men were replaced by Speranski on the civil side, and Arakcheev on the military.
War and Peace|Leo Tolstoy

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