The Religion of Creativity. The Secret Code of Russian Writers

Creativity as a goal for those who feel natural talents within themselves. And as a means to achieve joy and fullness of life. Creativity as an accessible way for everyone to express themselves in their favorite activity and even prolong their existence through the fruits of their labor. Finally, creativity as a religion. The highest level of understanding the world. When a person becomes a co-creator with God, who also created the Universe as a result of a great creative act. In this book, the famous writer and journalist Alexander Lapin examines this multifaceted phenomenon from completely unexpected angles. He draws astonishing conclusions through both the generalization of personal authorial experience and the analysis of the classics' legacy from a contemporary perspective.