Who is Daniil Kharms? He describes himself thus: 'I am a genius of fiery speeches. I am the master of free thoughts. I am the king of meaningless beauty.' His poems, stories, and plays not only surprise, amaze, delight, and confound; they also possess, in the words of Marshak, a 'classical foundation' and fit harmoniously into the history and culture of the 20th century. In any case, the author's extraordinary talent remains undeniable, as does his astonishing originality—nothing like it has ever existed, exists, or is likely ever to exist in Russia or abroad. This edition includes widely known and beloved stories, poems, and plays by Daniil Kharms, as well as a variety of illustrations: the author's drawings, photographs, autographs, and much more.