"The Great Soviet Encyclopedia (XI) is a large and ambitious project created by Soviet scientists and scholars. This encyclopedia includes many articles from various fields of knowledge: from history and politics to science and technology. Its large volume and deep intelligence make it unknown. a substantial part of the cultural heritage of the former Soviet Union. In this book, readers will be able to find comprehensive information about events, phenomena and concepts characteristic of Soviet history, culture and society. Any thematic aspect of interest has its place in the Great Soviet Encyclopedia, which is a reliable source of knowledge for those interested in the history and culture of the former Soviet Union."