For each book, the reader finds their own “key”, unravels its meaning, fills in the blanks, adds details, compares his ideas with those expressed by the author.

It is no accident why silence excited the artist so much. Alexander Ahanov recalled the words of his teacher, which resonated with him on a very deep level:

For Ahanov, “harmony is balance (yin and yang, black and white, heaven and earth, man and woman).” Silence can also be considered one of the forms in which harmony and balance manifest themselves — as a special spiritual state, which one can describe as reaching the height of concentration on one’s ideas, thoughts and feelings.

Silence often indicates intensive work of thought. A philosophical outlook brings about silence and contemplation. This is also characteristic of Alexander Vasilyevich Akhanov. The defining features of his works include constant analysis of the world order, his place in it, his path in life and art.

The book is an open binding made of transparent plastic with empty metal wire frames. They symbolize silence — not emptiness. Behind this silence, there may be a lot of memories, thoughts, and emotions. Then it is not merely silence, but concentration evident of deep thoughts and peace of mind.