The book Men of Destiny: Americans I Saw at Home and Abroad by Philip Gibbs is a unique account of observations and impressions of Americans in their own environment and abroad. The author reveals the authenticity and complexity of American life through the prism of his observations, exploring the everyday life and traditions of this nation. The book provides an opportunity to get to know the cultural characteristics and peculiarities of Americans in depth, to understand their values and mentality. "People of Destiny" is an interesting research work that opens new horizons for understanding America and its citizens.