"Letters to Madame Viardot" by Ivan Turgenev is a collection of letters of the great Russian writer, containing correspondence between him and the outstanding French singer and composer Pauline Viardot. In these letters, Turgenev reveals his thoughts, feelings and impressions of life, art and social events. They are imbued with warmth, frankness and lyricism, and also reflect the author's deep respect and affection for the addressee. This book not only allows a better understanding of Turgenev's life and work, but also brings the reader closer to the aesthetics and culture of the 19th century.