Pis'ma o dobrom i prekrasnom

These are the reflections of the outstanding scientist of the 20th century - the cultural scientist, art historian, doctor of philological sciences, professor and academician Dmitry Sergeevich Likhachev, addressed to young people, devoid of moralism and pathos, These are thoughts of a kind and wise man about the necessity of self-development, formation of the right system of values, getting rid of greed, envy, resentment, hatred and about cultivating love to people, understanding, sympathy, courage and the ability to defend one's point of view, framed as short letters. The book became a bestseller immediately after its publication in 1985; it has been translated into many languages. The important issues the author raises are relevant today. 'Letters...' by Academician Likhachev will be useful to anyone who wants to learn how to make the right choice in the most difficult situations, get along with people, be in harmony with himself and the world around him, and take great pleasure in life.