Andrei Sinyavsky was a Russian writer and dissident, born on February 21, 1925, in Moscow. He is best known for his works that challenged the restrictions of the Soviet regime, particularly his novels "A Voice from the Chorus" and "The Trial Begins." Sinyavsky's writing often blended fantasy and reality, reflecting his views on art and society. In 1965, Sinyavsky was arrested for publishing his works abroad under the pseudonym Abram Tertz. His trial became a significant event in the history of Soviet dissent, highlighting the struggle for artistic freedom. After serving a prison sentence, he emigrated to France, where he continued to write and advocate for human rights.