R. Akhmedov's book "Odolen-grass" is named so for a reason. Odolen is an ancient Slavic amulet against all diseases and misfortunes. Plants and herbs have always served to benefit human he alth. Collected at the right time, at the right time, during flowering or only when the first sprouts peep through, in skillful hands they become a truly magical tool in the fight against not only ordinary diseases, but also incurable ones
Book Reviews 2023, March
The Leibovitz Passion is a book that is recommended for mandatory reading in philological departments at universities around the world. This is a bright representative of the post-apocalyptic genre, which raises questions that are relevant at all times
This article includes a description of the plot of the Cloud Atlas novel, several differences between the movie and the book. And also, the most popular quotes from Cloud Atlas. For those who are not yet familiar with this novel, it will be interesting to read the description, and maybe you will have a great desire to get to know this work better
Comedy "Birds" by Aristophanes is one of the most famous works of this ancient Greek author. It is considered his most voluminous work (it contains more than one and a half thousand verses), slightly inferior to the longest tragedy in the literature of Ancient Greece - Oedipus in Colon by Sophocles. In this article we will give a summary of the work, analyze it
Each of us sometimes has a time when we want to mourn - or even cry over some sincere and touching story. It certainly could be something just a little sentimental. But sometimes you want something that will touch the strings of the soul, cause a lively response and emotions. We bring to your attention a list of sad books that will certainly cause tears
"The structure of magic". A book that has made so much noise that even time is unable to muffle it. Bestseller from psychology. Modern Castaneda. Hogwart incarnation. Genius fraud. Guide for conquerors of the world. Perhaps enough
Lord of Mars is one of the novels in the Barsoom series by author Edgar Rice Burroughs. On the pages of the book, the reader is waiting for dangers and incredible adventures in interplanetary space, acquaintance with new races and the search for comrades-in-arms on the path of eternal struggle
Eric Larson, whose books are always read in one breath and leave a deep imprint in the soul, knows how, like no one else, to revive the pictures of the past or draw the world he created himself. "The Devil in the White City", a thriller based on real events, the main character of which is Dr. Holmes, captures from the very first lines. Holmes is the pseudonym taken by the killer, and his real name is Herman Webster Mudgett. The nickname he later received was Doctor of Torture
Books about the mafia and gangsters are of constant interest to readers. The plot of this genre is necessarily associated with dangers, chases, and brutal showdowns of criminal gangs. As a rule, books about gangsters include the life story of heroes who turned from ordinary people into criminals - brutal killers, robbers
French playwright Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, creator of classical comedy, gained popularity in the 17th century under the pseudonym Molière. He created a genre of everyday comedy, in which plebeian humor and buffoonery were combined with artistry and grace. Moliere is the founder of a special genre - comedy-ballet. Wit, brightness of the image, fantasy make Molière's plays eternal. One of them is the comedy “George Danden, or the Fooled Husband”, a summary of which is set out in this article
Reading books for any person is a special process. It allows not only to relax, cheer up, but also prompts reflection, providing an opportunity to learn something new for yourself. All books are unique in their own way. Each of them belongs to a particular genre, tells about unusual situations and characters, and certainly evokes a variety of emotions
The novel "Sparks of Life", written by the German writer Erich Maria Remarque, is a strong, emotional work. Able to penetrate deeply and permanently into the soul. The book leaves no one indifferent. The action of the novel takes place in a German concentration camp during the 2nd World War. Remarque himself was not in the Nazi dungeons. However, he managed to recreate the terrible atmosphere of those places with indescribable accuracy
Summary of Makanin's "Prisoner of the Caucasus" will allow you to carefully get acquainted with the features of this work, without even reading it. This story, written in 1994, focuses on the relationship between a young Chechen fighter and a Russian soldier. To date, it has been repeatedly reprinted, translated into several European languages and even filmed. The writer received for him in 1999 the state award in the field of art and literature
"Princess Ligovskaya" by Lermontov is an unfinished socio-psychological novel with elements of a secular story. Work on it was started by the author in 1836. It reflected the personal experiences of the writer. However, already in 1837 Lermontov abandoned him. Some of the ideas and ideas that appeared on the pages of this work were later used in the "Hero of Our Time"
The Renaissance is of global importance in the history of culture. Her procession began in Italy at the beginning of the 14th century and ended in the first decades of the 17th. The peak came in the 15-16th century, covering the whole of Europe. Historians, art critics, and writers have devoted many works to the Renaissance, revealing the “progressiveness” and “humanistic ideals” of this period. But the Russian philosopher A.F. Losev in the book “Aesthetics of the Renaissance” refutes the worldview positions of his opponents. How does he explain it?
The Secret Garden by Francis Burnett is a timeless classic that opens the door to the innermost corners of the heart, leaving a generation of readers with fond memories of magic for a lifetime
Life-affirming books are such works of literature that do not just cheer up, but help get rid of prolonged blues, give a smile for a long time and return the desire to live, breathe deeply and enjoy every day. Which of them should be addressed first of all - classical or modern, childishly naive or philosophical? The list of the best books presented below will help you decide on the choice of the most life-affirming book
The plot of the drama is taken from the famous ancient Greek tragedy "Virginia". However, the author moved the action of the tragedy in his time, into the context of court intrigues more understandable for the people of the 18th century. Is it worth reading the summary of the work of G. Lessing "Emilia Galotti"? The summary will allow you to learn about the history of Germany in the Enlightenment and about the struggle with the word of the famous writer. In a retelling or review, you can find a common plot, but not the pleasure of reading a classic
In 1927, the Soviet writer Yuri Karlovich Olesha wrote a novel called "Envy". According to readers, in it the author reveals in a new way the tragedy of the "superfluous person", which causes hostility here: he is envious, cowardly and petty. Olesha shows the reader just such a representative of the intelligentsia in the young Soviet society. All this can be seen by reading the summary of "Envy", a brief retelling of the events of this novel
"Cardboard Clock Square" is a kind and cheerful fairy tale invented by the writer Leonid Lvovich Yakhnin. The story describes the life of the inhabitants of a magical city made of cardboard, in which craftsmanship is valued and robbers are very disliked. Beautiful illustrations by artist Viktor Chizhikov recreate the enchanting atmosphere of Cardboard City
Not only children, but also some adults love books, the plot of which is somehow connected with magic. It is not surprising that the number of such works is quite large - many people want to forget about the gray everyday life in order to immerse themselves in the amazing magical world. We will try to compile a list of works that have been tested by time and appreciated by many thousands or even millions of readers both in our country and around the world
Summary of Marx's "Capital" is important to know for everyone who studies economics and political history. This is the main work of the German scientist, which contains a critical assessment of capitalism. This article will present the main ideas outlined in this work, as well as feedback from readers
Peru the outstanding American playwright and prose writer, winner of the prestigious Pulitzer Prize Tennessee Williams owns the play "The Glass Menagerie". At the time of writing this work, the author is 33 years old. The play was staged in Chicago in 1944 and was a resounding success. The further fate of this work was also successful. The article presents a summary of "The Glass Menagerie" by Williams and an analysis of the play
Ovidy Gorchakov is one of the most famous Soviet spies. Moreover, the country found out about him when, after the end of his career, he took up creativity. The hero of our article became famous as a writer and screenwriter, his novels captivated tens of thousands of readers, films for which he wrote scripts were watched by millions of people. In this article we will talk about his biography, as well as the most significant works
People want not only to know, but also to be able to change their future. Someone dreams of big money, someone of great love. The winner of the eleventh "Battle of Psychics", mystic and esoteric Vitaly Gibert, is sure that the future can not only be foreseen, but also modeled, making it the way you want. He told about all this in one of his books
In the early 1940s, stories began to appear in the Siberian Lights magazine under the heading "Notes of Experienced People". Soon, fascinating stories about the nature of the Far East and Siberia found their readers, and in 1950 they were published in a separate collection, which was subsequently included in the tetralogy of G. A. Fedoseev "The Trial Path"
The desires and interests of the people around us, including us, differ significantly. Not every one of us is ready to give in or miss out on something. But in order to live harmoniously in society, it is necessary to look for a common language to resolve conflicts. This is what one of the best books on negotiation, Negotiating Without Defeat, teaches
Fernand Braudel is one of the most famous French historians. His idea to take into account geographical and economic facts in understanding historical processes revolutionized science. Most of all, Braudel was interested in the emergence of the capitalist system. Also, the scientist was a member of the historiographic school "Annals", which was engaged in the study of historical phenomena in the social sciences
Today, almost every second person wants to know their fate and learn how to manage life. But fortunately, the time has passed when everyone blindly believed fortune-tellers, sorcerers and other pagan beliefs. The Chinese school of numerology, including the Xia Dynasty book, does not predict fate, it is able to reveal all the layers of the human subconscious in layers and provide answers to the most exciting questions. That is, in simple terms, a person gives answers to himself using numerology
35 Kilos of Hope is an amazingly inspiring book. She shows readers that a person is able to change himself for the better if he has a goal and willpower, and most importantly, relatives who believe in him and support him in all endeavors. The author of the book is the famous French writer Anna Gavalda
Everyone can cope with the theory set out in the work of Paul Heine. The book is written simply and clearly. It presents economic theory in a language accessible to the layman. Paul Heine, in his book The Economic Way of Thinking, talks very interestingly about the processes of the world economy. The language he speaks is very easy and accessible. We can safely say that it was so easy to talk about money turnover with us before the release of this book
Reading is one of the best and most rewarding hobbies possible. And the sooner a child is taught to read it, the more likely it is that he will fall in love with a book for life. But you need to approach this process very carefully and thoughtfully, carefully choosing the right books
From the reviews of Goethe's "Faust" you can be sure that the debate about this work has not subsided so far. This philosophical drama was completed by the author in 1831, he worked on it for 60 years of his life. This work is considered one of the pinnacles of German poetry due to the whimsical rhythms and complex melodics
Benjamin Graham is known as one of the most successful professional investors. In the world of finance, he is considered the founder of the science of securities analysis. The man who gave the world the science of long-term value investing. He showed in practice what heights a reasonable investor can achieve
Which books to choose from the whole variety of literature for the manager? There is too much information provided now. And the manager especially has no time to go through the literature and select "grains from the chaff." Busy people often need a ready-made list of useful books for the manager
Works of art are created in order to enchant, amaze, delay in thought. The canvases of great artists carried secrets and mystical mysteries through the centuries. One of them is Jan Vermeer's painting "Girl with a Pearl Earring". Shrouded in an aura of mystery, it became a source of inspiration for the American writer T. Chevalier, who told her readers the wonderful story of this portrait, which could have happened, and possibly happened, in the distant 17th century
P. Gallico is the author of both children's and adult books. His works are not only remembered by readers with an exciting narrative, but also suggest reflections on faith, love and kindness. One of these works is Paul Gallico's story "Thomasina", a summary of which can be found in this article
Denis Diderot is an intellectual of his time, a French writer and philosopher. He is best known for his encyclopedia, which he completed in 1751. Along with Montesquieu, Voltaire and Rousseau, he was considered one of the ideologists of the third estate in France, a popularizer of the ideas of the Enlightenment, which, it is believed, paved the way for the French Revolution of 1789
The article will tell about Alexey Pekhov's book "Wind and Sparks", the key characters of the collection, the setting, the features of the characters' relationships. Particular attention is paid to the style of narration, as well as key events in the world invented by the author
The " alternative history" genre is not the most popular among writers, but even the most famous masters turned to it at one time. Let's get acquainted in detail with the most interesting works of this literary direction