"From the Notes of a Translator" is a book written by the Russian writer Sergei Dovlatov, published in 1973. In this work, the author talks about his own life and work as a translator in Leningrad. On the pages of the book, the reader will find sharp humor, subtextual criticism of Soviet society, and his own masterful command of the language. "From the Notes of a Translator" is not only stories from the writer's working life, but also a healthy dose of self-irony and reflections on life in a totalitarian society. This book is sure to charm those who appreciate literary talent, deep humor, and frank truth.