On December 3, 2024, the final literary salon of the year took place, dedicated to the outstanding writer Chingiz Aitmatov. The date was not chosen by chance. After the salon, everyone could stay and watch a film based on Aitmatov's work "Early Cranes." The theme of the meeting was his philosophical statement: "They say that friends are known in adversity, but in my opinion, they are also known in happiness." There were no random people at the meeting. Everyone who attended was familiar with his works from school years. Therefore, this allowed the participants not only to discuss the key [...]

And it all started with the fact that the interests of the visitors of the literary salon began to go beyond the program of reading books. Somehow it happened naturally that the members decided to meet in an informal setting. For what? Just for a chat, to share interests, life stories, get to know each other better, expand the circle of communication, and exchange some experiences based on who knows or can do what better. The first meeting lasted more than three hours. The girlfriends couldn’t part ways, like old friends who hadn’t seen each other in ages. It [...]

My dear readers and members of the literary salon, At our last meeting, we discussed what healing novels are and how they influence our lives. Healing novels represent a literary genre aimed at emotional restoration. These stories are also known as therapeutic. In our stressful times, the issue of burnout is very pressing. The pursuit of success, combined with technological progress, has created a situation where there is no opportunity for proper rest. No matter where you are, whether it's day or night, you're always within reach. Initially, this might make you feel important, but over time, fatigue and apathy [...]

Vasily Makarovich Shukshin was a bright and multifaceted figure in Soviet culture. Born on July 25, 1929, in the village of Srostki, Altai Krai, he grew up under challenging circumstances, with his father being repressed and his mother raising him alone. Through perseverance, Shukshin became one of the most renowned writers, directors, and actors of his time. Shukshin entered literature in the late 1950s, publishing his first collection of short stories, “Village Dwellers.” His works, characterized by deep psychological insight and attention to the inner world of ordinary people, were a revelation for Soviet readers. Shukshin, coming from a rural background, [...]