B13

In an epoch of technical progress, reading books is losing its value. Little by little radio, television and internet are beginning to force books from our daily life. If in the past a lot of the greatest poets and writers, such as Pushkin, Yesenin, Bulgakov created their works, in our days such masters of words are absent.

DAY

B14

We begin to consider some detective and love stories of poor quality as 'literary works'. It's a big disadvantage for all mankind.

ADVANTAGE

B15

A book is a faithful friend for a man. Reading is the thing which helps us to develop our soul, teaches us to get to know our life.

FAITH

B16

The heroes of books, by their examples, help us to avoid mistakes. A good book is a wise company, which can give us useful advice.

USE

B17

Reading develops our memory; our speech becomes richer, more literate and expressive.

EXPRESS

B18

Reading books in a foreign languages, we can get to know the culture and traditions of native speakers, improve our language and broaden our outlook.

SPEAK