Sergei Dovlatov. Reserve (№ 305886)

In Leningrad to his writings reacted coolly. The stereotypes here were higher. A complete lack of talent was not paid. Talent is alarming. The genius gave rise to the horror. The most cost-effective it seemed "obvious literary ability", The Potocki was not obvious abilities. Something flickered in his writings, slipped, was coming. Some random phrases, some remarks on... "Pearl head of garlic...", "Paraffin feet the flight attendants...". However, the obvious abilities were not.
To publish it ceased. What hick said goodbye to the newcomer, annoyed at the Metropolitan writer.