The Explanatory Discourse of Tan Chet-kwa of Kuan-chew-fu, the Gentleman, is an interesting book that offers deep thought and answers to many questions of interest to modern man. The eight-volume work by William Chambers, a knight, takes the reader to the Chinese city of Kuan-chew-fu, where the hero Tan Chet-kwa shares his knowledge and thoughts. This book is not only a source of new discoveries and ideas, but also an excellent opportunity for self-discovery and development of consciousness.