"Carmen" is a novel by the French writer Prosier Merimet, which became a classic of world literature. This tragic story of love, thirst for freedom and depravity unfolds against the background of tense events and conflicts in Spain. The main character, the eccentric and desperate gypsy Carmen, knows how to twist men around her finger and disregard social conventions. The novel "Carmen" is a sad story about how the strongest feelings can lead to tragic consequences if there is not enough control. Romance, passion, intrigue and beauty combine in this book, making it one of the best universal love stories that will always leave its mark in the hearts of readers.