"Caliban" is a novel by the famous Polish writer Adam Mickiewicz, which was first published in 1820. In this book, the author depicts the dramatic story of Caliban - a character from William Shakespeare's play "The Tempest". Caliban, a mocked and offended hero, is unusually deep and passionate, winning over the reader with his complex nature. This novel helps to rethink the events of Shakespeare's famous work, revealing new facets of Caliban's inner world. "Caliban" is not only a story about a peasant from the island, but also a deep philosophical reflection on the nature of evil, freedom and dignity.