In this book, for the first time in the last two centuries and for the first time in a new orthography, the political legacy of a classic of Russian literature comes to light. Derzhavin was one of the most influential statesmen of the late 18th – early 19th centuries. At various times he was the cabinet secretary of the empress, headed the commercial board, and ended his service as the first minister of justice and prosecutor general of Russia. In his notes, he developed a program of government reforms, talked about patriotism and economics. Derzhavin’s unique collection of political thoughts is of interest to everyone who is not indifferent to the past and future of Russia. The publishing layout is saved in a4.pdf format.