The book "Buddha: a drama in five acts and four interludes" by the author Paul Carus is a unique work that reveals the life and teachings of the Great Buddha through the format of a dramatic performance. The author successfully combined the artistic form of a theatrical play with the philosophical and religious aspects of the Great Sage's life. The book offers a unique opportunity to perceive the deep spiritual heritage of the Buddha, his teachings and the path to enlightenment through the prism of theatrical action. Unfolding the events in five acts and four interludes, the author raises important questions about life, suffering and the inner freedom of man. This book is not only a literary masterpiece, but also a source of wisdom that inspires spiritual self-realization and self-discovery.