What a pity that we study Russian classics too early, in school. When you don’t yet have your own life experience and it’s difficult to understand the psychology of the characters, their happiness and grief. And having matured, we rarely return to the school curriculum. “Heroes of the Classics: Extended Course for Adults” are additional courses for those who missed the opportunity to truly meet the world of Russian literature. Or he wants to understand deeper in order to speak with his children on equal terms and help them prepare their homework. It is useful for high school students and teachers - when preparing for essays and the Unified State Exam. Russian classics and many quirky and dramatic characters come to life in the pages of this book. This is a fascinating journey into the literary backstage, in which we see how classic heroes are born, grow and influence each other. Alexander Arkhangelsky is a famous Russian writer, philologist, professor at the Higher School of Economics, author of a textbook on literature for the 10th grade and many online video lessons, host of the “Meanwhile” program on the “Culture” TV channel.