The author of the book, working as deputy head of the department of administrative bodies of the Leningrad City Committee of the CPSU, for many years coordinated the activities of internal affairs bodies, the prosecutor's office, courts, and the city's bar. Interacted on a variety of official issues with state security agencies.

The book is a synthesis of Gennady Sergeevich’s personal experience and observations, together with the use of data from a number of publications. It involves building serious, deep and at the same time unexpected conclusions on this extensive basis. For many people from all social strata and professional groups, it promises real discoveries.