"Big Soviet Encyclopedia" is a unique publication created by the collective work of many scientists, writers, cultural experts and other specialists within the framework of the Soviet intellectual community. The first edition of the encyclopedia was published in 1926, and since then it has set an incredible goal - to unite and systematize all scientific, cultural, historical and other knowledge. Each volume of the "Great Soviet Encyclopedia" is a real treasure trove of information that allows each reader to find answers to a wide variety of questions, expand their knowledge and understanding of the world around us. Unique articles on cultural, political, economic and other aspects of life are correlated with rich illustrative material, which makes the encyclopedia an indispensable source of knowledge for any user. The "Great Soviet Encyclopedia" is not only a source of information, but also a kind of window into the cultural heritage of the era it reflects. This edition, which has been repeatedly reprinted and supplemented, remains one of the symbols of the intellectual development of the past decades.