The book "Acquaintance with William, in which the Honorable Socrates Potter Speaks on the Relative Qualities of the Common and Favorite Minds" is written by the American writer Irving Beisheller. This is the story of a well-known linden English lord, William, who meets an erudite American lucky philosopher, Socrates Potter. They discuss the difference between common sense and popular but not always smart ideas. During this unusual friendship, which turns out to be unexpectedly fruitful, William and Socrates share their own experiences, reflections and philosophies of life. The reader will submit to this interesting dialogue, which leads to the understanding that sometimes discernment exceeds the generally accepted preferences, and that true wisdom lies in the ability to sometimes see the difference between what is obvious and what is really important.