The new book by Bayangali Alimzhanov is a legendary story for children and youth, but it will also be of interest to adult readers. The story is based on the legends and traditions of the Kazakh people, as they have been passed down from generation to generation for centuries. The author retold them, building them into a single artistic whole, combining them with the history of Ablai Khan. The life and deeds of Ablai Khan, one of the greatest Kazakh khans, were an example of service to his people, his Motherland. Orphaned early, he from a simple shepherd became a brave fighter, a talented military leader and a wise ruler who pursued an impeccable policy towards his powerful neighbors - Dzungaria, China and the Russian Empire. Even after being captured, Ablai Khan managed to win the respect and friendship of his enemies, who recognized his fearlessness, nobility and sharp mind. The thoughts and feelings of the heroes of the work are much in tune with our time. Educational material from the people's treasury, the exceptional vicissitudes of the fate of Ablai Khan, the amazing feats of the mighty heroes of the era of the Kazakh-Dzungar wars, the wisdom and generosity of the nomads are of great interest. The book grabs you from the first lines and is easy to read, in one breath.