"The Book Collector" by Charles Nodier is the story of an older bibliophile who explores the antique bookstores of Paris by bicycle in search of rare editions. His passion for books and book publishing turns into a real passion when he comes across a mysterious manuscript that catches his attention. And since then, his life changes dramatically, revealing a wreath of secrets and unexpected events. The author skillfully combined his own book publishing experience with the storyline, which forces readers to think about their own attitude to books and reading.