AN «intrigue» as the factor of service attitudes: non-hierarchical communications between the russian officials in the last quarter of 19th century

The article is devoted to all aspects of evolution of the intra-bureaucratic communications, which were at the top of the political system and out of hierarchical attitudes at the end of 19th century. The author has proved, that imperfection of system often forced officials of different ranks to search for roundabout ways for realization of the projects, successful carrying out of departmental policy. The intrigue in all variety of the displays came to the aid of them. It appeared often the only weapon (the inevitable weapon) of struggle for purpose, and it became necessary addition of a management system in this quality.