"Great Soviet Encyclopedia" is a publication that has become an encyclopedic symbol of the era of the Soviet Union. In its scope, this encyclopedia is impressive even today: 65 volumes, more than 100,000 articles and millions of facts. The publication covers all fields of knowledge, from history and geography to technology and art. "Big Soviet Encyclopedia" is not only a source of information, but also a symbol of the ideology of the Soviet regime, which influenced the form and content of each article. The book is an important historical document reflecting the views and values of Soviet society.