“The Gift of Writing Figuratively and at the Same Time Succinctly...” (“Navigator...” of Moscow Studies by N.N. Mitrofanov)

A review of the bio-bibliographic index of the historian, journalist, writer, and Moscow scholar N.N. Mitrofanov, prepared by himself, is presented. The main stages of his life and creative path are described, as well as a bibliographic list of his works over more than 60 years of creative activity. The activities of the Moscow Encyclopedia are covered in more detail (N.N. Mitrofanov was not only a member of the editorial board, but also deputy editor-in-chief, and also played an important role in the practical preparation of this unique reference publication).