Suleiman Stalsky (; ; 18 May 1869 – 23 November 1937) was a

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descent from

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. Russian writer

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described him as "

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of 20th century".

Legacy

Suleyman-Stalsky District, where his native village Ashaga-Stal is located, was renamed in his honor on the 100th anniversary of his birthday.

References

External links

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"Suleyman Stalsky House Museum restored in Dagestan"
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