Valentin Petrovich Kataev (1897-1986) - Russian Soviet writer, playwright, poet. A recognized classic of modern Russian literature. His literary heritage includes works of various genres - from beautiful and wise children's fairy tales to memoirs and literary articles. The works of V.P. Kataev for children have gained particular popularity among Russian readers. The story “Son of the Regiment,” written during the war, received the Stalin Prize. Many of his works were filmed and became classics of Russian cinema. The author's expressive, lucid and bold narrative style puts him on a par with the most outstanding writers of our time.