A series of novels by Roger Zhelyazny "The Chronicles of Amber," written in the style of FANTASY ESI, unusual for the Russian reader, is one of the best science fiction works of the second half of the 20th century. Roger Zelazny rightfully bears the title of America's most intelligent science fiction writer. His heroes are very different from the ideal positive hero of world science fiction of the 50-60s. First of all, these are people with complex relationships, difficult characters, a kind of psychology. This is what creates a special atmosphere among the exciting, incredible adventures in the books of Roger Zelazny, especially since mysticism, magic, witchcraft forces are an integral part of the world created by the writer. "The Chronicles of Amber" is certainly an opening for our reader. The first four novels about Merlin from the cycle of the Chronicle of Amber.