Old Men and Things Past by Louis Cooperus is a literary masterpiece about loss, sadness, and nostalgia for youth. In this book, the author reveals the inner experiences of the main character, in which memories, longing and the loss of a loved one are intertwined. Thanks to Cooperus' skill, the reader experiences with the hero every emotion and feeling that he experiences on the path of aging and self-esteem. This book is an excellent example of deep psychological literature that will leave many important thoughts and impressions in the heart of anyone who dares to delve into its pages.