In this collection of works by the great Russian artist, traveler, thinker N.K. Roerich presents works of different genres - blank verses, philosophical parables, stories, essays, aphorisms. The themes of these works are varied - from legends and parables to stories about mysterious natural phenomena; from the foundations of the philosophical teachings of the East to wise advice and parting words. One thing remains unchanged: no matter what N.K. writes about. Roerich, his works always give readers an inspiring impulse, a new vision of life and their place in it. The book contains illustrated inserts.