Yuri Sushko. Vladimir Vysotsky. Over the Abyss.

Who was Vladimir Vysotsky? A brilliant poet, a hooligan, a womanizer, an exalted cynic, a tender romantic, a great performer, an alcoholic and drug addict, a brilliant artist – who was he? Creative ups and downs, incredible popularity, mad love, aggression – all stages of his life still spark much debate. What was his relationship with Marina Vlady really like? What was the reason for his separation from his first wife, Isa? Who were his true friends, and who were his enemies and traitors? Was his death truly an accident, or...? He alone was responsible for everyone. He didn't lie. His work is close to everyone and at the same time always very personal... This book contains the sorrows and joys, the poems and love of the poet, actor, and simply great man Vladimir Vysotsky.