Speranski

British

/ 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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That same August the Emperor was thrown from his caleche, injured his leg, and remained three weeks at Peterhof, receiving Speranski every day and no one else.

From War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo, graf

When Kochubey introduced Prince Andrew, Speranski slowly turned his eyes to Bolkonski with his customary smile and looked at him in silence.

From War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo, graf

This was Speranski, Secretary of State, reporter to the Emperor and his companion at Erfurt, where he had more than once met and talked with Napoleon.

From War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo, graf

I expect you know that Messrs. Speranski and Magnitski have been deported to their proper place.

From War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo, graf

Speranski considered the Code Napoleon the model of all progressive legislation.

From A Short History of Russia by Parmele, Mary Platt

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