The novel "The Death of Vazir Mukhtar" is dedicated to the tragic fate of the outstanding Russian writer and diplomat, author of the famous play "Woe from Wit" by Alexander Sergeevich Griboyedov. This book, which faithfully recreates the circumstances of the last months of his life, is considered one of the best examples of Russian historical prose of the 20th century. About a year before his death, State Councilor Griboyedov was appointed plenipotentiary representative of the Russian Empire in Persia and left for a new duty station. At first, the Persians warmly welcome the charming diplomat and even call him "Wazir Mukhtar," which means "chosen envoy" or "chief ambassador." However, Griboyedov's decisive actions to recover the delayed indemnity make enemies of him, and with the tacit consent of the Shah, the envoy becomes an ideal target in the eyes of the fanatical part of Persian society.…