The message reads, in part:

“He was a great writer and thinker, whose creative heritage has deeply influenced the world view of millions of readers. His novels and short stories, co-authored with his brother, Arkady Strugatsky, have become classics of science fiction. The unexpected plots twists combine harmoniously with a profound discussion of philosophical issues, such as the nature of man, progress and the future of global civilisation.

“Boris Strugatsky will forever remain in our hearts.

“I am sure that years from now, generations of new readers will continue to discover the amazing insights that the books of the Strugatsky Brothers provide.”