"Letter to A.G. Mr. Regarding the scene (1698)" and "Separate edition No. IX (1698)" - two creative works of the famous English writer and politician Joseph Addison. In his "Letter to A.G. Mr. Regarding the stage," Addison expresses his views on theatrical art, criticizing its negative influence on society and morality. He appeals to the discerning reader to rethink his attitude to the theater and entertainment performances. In his "Separate Edition No. IX", Addison continues to express his views on various aspects of the culture and society of his time. This publication contains reflections, philosophical information and practical advice aimed at spreading knowledge and raising the cultural level of society. These two creative works of Joseph Addison are important monuments of literature and political thought of the end of the 17th century and are still the subject of research and debate among literary critics and historians.