"The Nature Faker" is a collection of essays by the American writer Richard Harding Davis, which was first published in 1901. The author carefully examines the relationship between man and nature, questioning popular ideas about interaction with living nature. Through his observations and analysis, Davis denounces the pseudo-romantic view of nature, emphasizing the need to respect animals and their environment. The book "The Deception of the Secrets of Nature" caused a wide resonance in the society of its time and became a stimulus for discussing the ethical issues of relations between man and the surrounding world. The author not only dispelled myths about so-called natural deceivers, but also offered a new perspective on the role of man in the natural environment. The book "Deception of the Secrets of Nature" is considered one of the key works of literary criticism, which encourages readers to rethink their beliefs and attitudes towards nature.