"Books and Writers I" is a collection of essays by the famous Finnish literary critic and writer Veikko Antero Koskenniemi. In this book, the author examines the work of various writers from different countries and eras, paying special attention to his own interpretation of the texts and their connection with the literary and socio-cultural heritage. Koskenniemi skilfully analyzes both classical and contemporary works, providing the reader with deep reflections on the art of words and their impact on man. He reveals the subtle interaction between the writer and his reader, pointing out the key points of the creative process and the art of literary criticism. "Books and Writers I" is an excellent guide for those interested in literature, criticism, and the art of speech. Each essay in this book is an invitation to a deep and meaningful world of literature, where every line has its own meaning, and every word creates a new world of knowledge.