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# A book of 24 biographical sketches on optimism, with proceeds going to three charities
- URL: https://theparnassian.com/en/alpina-vypustila-neobychnuiu-avtobiografiiu-sbornik-nevydumannykh-istorii-iz-zhizni-diplomata-muzykanta-i-reklamist-aleksandra-ogandzhaniana-diplomaty-futbolisty-i-prochie-muzykanty/
- Published: 2024-02-22T12:34:11.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-02T18:43:24.000Z
- Author: Alexandr Radayev
- Tags: Books, People

Alpina has published an unusual autobiography: a collection of true stories from the life of the diplomat, musician and advertising man Alexander Ohanjanyan, "Diplomats, Footballers and Other Musicians"

These are twenty-four biographical sketches about how much in everyday life is funny, touching, beautiful, inspiring, at times sad and even tragic, and about how to keep one's optimism amid this contradictory multitude. How not to give up in difficult moments, how to learn to take risks and always follow one's goal.

The author believes that whatever happens, it is all for the best. Perhaps it leads to unexpected events that are indistinguishable from a genuine miracle. Or simply to the right realisations, which teach important lessons. Or at the very least to a splendid story that can be shared with children, friends and complete strangers. In short, it is a light and emotional narrative about the diversity of life from a man with a very interesting life experience behind him.

All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to three charitable foundations.