About the book: 1993 / In this small book, the author traces the entire life path of N. M. Shchegolkov, the first Arzamas historian, describes the most significant circumstances of his biography. Respect for Shchegolkov’s work in the field of local history and as a public figure is evident in every line of the story. It is no coincidence that the epigraph is taken from the words of Nikolai Mikhailovich: “Good, if it is done, remains good.” Bringing enlightenment to people, promoting the prosperity of the place in which you live, instilling respect for the homeland - this, according to Eremeev, was the purpose of our outstanding fellow countryman..