The text describes a journey to a remote, abandoned village where a solitary man named Vasilii lives. The narrator, part of the Slovo Patsana channel, is intrigued by Vasilii's choice to live in this desolate place. Vasilii, who is 55 years old, has lived here all his life and knows the local forest and landmarks. He has no money and lives off what he can catch from the river. He also sells coins that he finds in the forest.
Vasilii's life is filled with encounters with wild animals, including wolves, bears, and lynxes. He has had several close encounters with bears, even seeing a she-bear with her cubs. He also talks about finding a meteorite and writing a book about his travels.
Despite his isolation, Vasilii seems content with his life. He values his independence and the peacefulness of his surroundings. The narrator and their team visit Vasilii, bringing him groceries, books, and a trolley. They also purchase some of his coins to help him financially.
The narrator concludes by expressing admiration for Vasilii's love for his place and his choice to live a simple life away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The video ends with a sentimental farewell to Vasilii.
1. The narrator and his team are exploring a remote village in a forest, where a solitary man lives like a hermit.
2. The man's house is the only one in the abandoned village, and it appears to be the only inhabited house in the area.
3. The man manages to live in these conditions by fishing in the river, which is rich in trouts, northern pikes, roaches, and perches.
4. He has lived in this village all his life and knows everything about the local forest, including where mushrooms grow and where the river is.
5. The man has a deep knowledge of history, and he has written a book about his travels to various villages.
6. The man has been living without electricity, and his only source of light comes from a small pipe that emits warm air.
7. The man has a collection of ancient coins, which he sells to buy groceries and other necessities.
8. The man has had encounters with wild animals, including bears and wolves, and he has even seen a she-bear with her cubs.
9. The man has a preference for a quiet life and does not wish to move to a city, despite the lack of amenities in his current living conditions.
10. The team from the Slovo Patsana channel visited the man, brought him groceries, and books, including a book by Paustovsky.
11. The man's lifestyle and knowledge make him a unique and interesting subject for the channel's documentaries.
12. The man's story is one of the reasons why the team from the Slovo Patsana channel finds their work meaningful and fulfilling.