"The candle was burning. Poems" is one of the most vivid and memorable books of Boris Leonidovich Pasternak, an outstanding Russian poet and writer, winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature. This collection contains poems that are permeated with deep emotionality and philosophical understanding of life, love and nature. Pasternak, known for his unique style and skill of the word, creates in his works an amazing atmosphere in which the reader can plunge into the world of feelings and reflections. The book “The Candle Burned” is not just a collection of poems, it is a real poetic palette, on which the author draws bright images full of light and shadows. Each verse is like a separate candle burning in the dark, illuminating the corners of the human soul and making you think about the eternal questions of being. Pasternak addresses themes of love, loneliness, passion and loss, creating deep metaphors and images that stay with the reader for a long time. This book will be of interest to both young readers and a more mature audience. Teenagers and young people seeking answers to questions about the meaning of life and love will find in Pasternak’s poems a reflection of their experiences and feelings. Adult readers who have already gone through many trials and have life experience will be able to appreciate the depth and multilayered nature of his poetry. The book will be especially close to those who appreciate lyrics and philosophical reflections, as well as those who are interested in Russian culture and literature. Pasternak in his poems raises important topics, such as the search for the meaning of life, the conflict between personal feelings and public expectations, as well as the beauty and tragedy of human existence. His poetry is imbued with the spirit of the time in which he lived and reflects the complex historical and cultural realities of early 20th-century Russia. Reading The Candle Burned, you can feel how the poet seeks to understand and convey his experiences, creating universal images that will be relevant to any generation. Pasternak's style is musical and harmonious, his lines are easily remembered and sound like a melody. He masterfully uses rhythm and sound, creating poetic forms that emphasize the emotional richness of his works. In The Candle Burned, the reader will find both short, concise poems and longer, unfolded compositions, each of which carries its own unique atmosphere and mood. Boris Pasternak is also known for his novel Doctor Zhivago, which has become a classic of world literature. In this work, he also touches on the themes of love, war and human destiny, which makes his work holistic and multifaceted. Readers who have appreciated Doctor Zhivago will surely find in Candle Burning the same depth and sincerity that is so characteristic of Pasternak. The candle was lit by .. Poetry" is not just a book of poems, but a real find for everyone who is looking for poetic inspiration and wants to plunge into the world of feelings and reflections. This work will become a faithful companion in moments of reflection and will help to open new facets of the human soul. Read and let the light of Pasternak’s candle illuminate your path!