Tyutchev F.I. (1803-1873) — a Russian diplomat, official, translator.
And a great Russian poet.

In the book presented to the reader, publicistic articles and notes on the problems of relations between Russia and Europe are included, as well as the unfinished treatise "Russia and the West," conceived under the impression of European revolutionary events.
In addition, the collection includes letters of Tyutchev, in which he addressed pressing political issues and topics.