V. V. Nabokov's comments highlight the diversity of historical, literary and everyday aspects of the novel. The book is an original work of the writer in the genre of scientific and historical commentary. Nabokov turns to the “hidden layers” of the novel, traces literary influences, connections between “Eugene Onegin” and other works of the poet, and captivatingly tells the story of Pushkin’s secret writing. Intended for a wide range of readers and, first of all, for teachers and students of humanities universities, as well as for teachers and secondary school students.