"El criticón" is a philosophical and moral allegorical prose work by the famous Spanish writer Baltasar Gracian. In the second volume of this book, the reader again finds himself on an exciting journey into the world of wisdom and understanding of human nature. The author tells the story of two friends - Androthon and Kritikon, who discuss various aspects of life, think about the meaning of existence and search for answers to difficult questions. This work is full of deep philosophical thoughts, paradoxes and wise sayings that leave the reader in awe of the sophistication of the language and the depth of the author's vision. "El criticón" (volume 2 of 2) is not only a literary work, but also an invitation to reflection and spiritual growth, which will leave an indelible impression on the heart of everyone who bravely crosses the threshold of this book.