The far close. Repin I.E.

The book presents the work of the Russian artist Ilya Efimovich Repin (1844 - 1930), having become acquainted with the literary works of which, according to K. I. Chukovsky, everyone will “come to the belief that the greatest of the masters of Russian realistic painting was an outstanding Russian writer, master of the Russian word. "

The book contains actual information about the life and activities of the famous master, talks about his childhood and youth, about his parents, teachers and comrades, about the social environment where his talent developed and stronger. It has rich material for understanding Repin's creative personality, and the problems of modern Russian art and culture are also highlighted.

The publication is richly illustrated by the work of the author.