"A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court. Part 1" is an exciting fantasy story by the American writer Mark Twain. The main character, Hank Morgan, gets into the wonderful world of medieval England, where the legendary King Arthur rules. Thanks to his knowledge and technological innovations, Genk tries to change the cruel domestic traditions of the times of chivalry. However, he has to face contradictions and challenges when his cultural baggage collides with the world of the Middle Ages. Each page of the book is filled with deep philosophical considerations, sharp humor and unexpected turns of events. Revealing the contradictions between the two eras, Twain makes the reader think about eternal values and the essence of human nature.