The book "The Modern State of Mindfulness (1711): A Letter to a Friend in the Village" is an important work of English literature of the 18th century. The author presents to the reader his observations on the modern state of literature, the sharpness of the mind, and society in general. He shares his own opinion about how the atmosphere of intellectual life in the country has changed, trying to draw attention to the problems and trends of his time. The book contains important reflections and analyzes that stimulate the reader to think more deeply about the changing modernity and its impact on cultural development. It is recommended both for the general public and for researchers of the literature of the Age of Enlightenment.