The book contains popular science articles devoted to the secrets of history, as well as anomalous phenomena. Attempts are made to scientifically explain mysterious phenomena: assumptions about the “invasion” of field formations into natural objects. Analogies and examples from world practice and literature are given, as well as mysterious phenomena in Buryatia. A new unexpected view of the history of mankind is presented. Unusual assumptions about the causes of the destruction of civilizations are given. On the cover: painting "Dance to the Music of Time", Nicolas Poussin.