This book presents to the reader one of the founders of Russian fiction. The high art of the word of the great poet was also reflected in his prose works, including scientific works ("Words"), and letters, and official documents (reports, offerings, performances); about the latter, A. S. Pushkin said: "Nothing can give a better concept of Lomonosov." From the pages of the book, the image of the brilliant son of the Russian people is revealed to the reader.