A young zoologist interrupts his scientific expedition after learning about the sudden death of his father, a major trade figure. From the notes left behind by his father, the young man discovers with horror that he could not bear the betrayal revealed to him by his closest friend and ally, who...
Spring, 1943. A military train is heading from a city, just liberated from the fascists. A special carriage with divisional printing-works is hitched to the train. Manager of the printing-works and correspondent expects he will travel alone, and even makes a prudent sign on the door - mines. But...
The very first work of a young scientist Igor Panteleyev caused a sensation. Not surprisingly, they are interested in foreign intelligence. Soviet security officers are taking measures to protect the scientist. The name of Panteleyev disappears from the pages of newspapers and magazines. The...
The events take place in one of the mines of Kryvyi Rih. Peter Chumak, after graduating from the institute, is appointed chief engineer of the mine. From the very first days of work Chumak initiates innovative methods of coal mining. The most fierce opponent of his proposals - engineer Alexei...
Elecampane is a healing root like ginseng. According to Kuban belief, dug out in the forest on New Year's Eve, it cures any disease. Children from the Kuban village of Black Erik learn about Lenin’s illness and decide to help him.