"Byloe Yakov" is an epic novel by the famous Polish writer Grzegorz Glawan, which tells about the complex and expressive story of one of the main characters - Yakov Bekelman. In this book, the author depicts the realities of the life of the Jewish community in the Russian Empire in the 19th century, using a rich language apparatus and sophisticated artistic language. The novel "Byloe Yakov" is not only the story of one family and its fate, but also a broad picture of society, moral values and eternal questions of life. Readers are captivated by the depth and philosophy of the work, which convincingly touch the soul and leave a mark in the hearts of their readers.