Few surviving estates from the late 18th century, where famous writers and fabulists were born, lived, and created their masterpieces, remain. In the village of Donici, the estate where the Moldovan writer Alexander Donici (January 19, 1806 – January 21, 1865), a classic of Romanian literature, was born and raised, remains.
Since 1976, the Donić family estate has housed a museum, housing exhibits reflecting the life and work of the fabulist. The house is located in the center of a small park, and nearby is the small Donić family church.
In his youth, A. Donici began his military career at the Military Lyceum in St. Petersburg. After graduating, he returned to his homeland and began his career, first in Chisinau, then in Iasi and Piatra Neamt. Along with his legal practice, he also wrote prolifically. He was inspired by the fables of La Fontaine and I.A. Krylov. In 1840 and 1842, two books, "Fables," were published, containing both his own works and translations.
A. Donić had a special gift for noticing the shortcomings of human society and criticizing them in his fables, using animal examples as examples. His most popular fables include "Arvinte's Robe," "The Fly in the Plow," "The Crayfish, the Swan, and the Pike," and others.
