"The Heart" is one of the most famous works by Edmondo de' Amicis, written in a diary format and presenting one school year in the life of Enrico, a fourth-grader studying at an Italian school. The novel is presented from the boy's point of view, through his daily experiences, relationships with friends, teachers and parents.

The book emphasizes human moral values: honesty, friendship, patriotism, conscience and dedication. A series of classic stories - "stories of the month", which tell about the exploits of teenagers of various professions, deepen the educational nature of the novel.

"The Heart" is not only a story about school life, but also a touching call to educate love, compassion and responsibility in the hearts of children. The novel is loved by readers of all ages and has found wide use in school curricula in many countries.