The collection offered to the reader includes autobiographical materials, letters, diaries of the artist and excerpts from his theoretical works. In choosing the material, we were guided by the desire to acquaint the reader as fully as possible with documents covering the biography and creative path of Durer, with his views on art, as well as to give an idea of ​ ​ the breadth and variety of his interests. Also, this book will be useful for those who are interested in proportions and drawing.