"Af mit Levned" is an autobiographical book by the famous Danish teacher and writer Johan Louis Ussing. In his work, he shares his thoughts, impressions and life experiences with the reader. The author describes his childhood, youth, studies, career and various events that shaped him as a person. In the book, Johan Louis Ussing talks about his ideals, the struggle for them, as well as the challenges he had to face. He writes simply, succinctly, but very emotionally, which makes his autobiography interesting for the reader. "Af mit Levned" is not only a story about the life of an outstanding personality, but also a study of human nature, dreams and realities of the 19th century world. The book helps to better understand the times and spirituality of that time through the lens of the author's fate.