2012 marks the 1150th anniversary of the Russian state. In former times, they tried to erase this date from history - its “monarchical” overtones were too obvious. She disappeared, just as the names of those first princes with whom the history of Russia began its “movement” disappeared. The descendants of Rurik ruled over the Russian lands for 740 years. They reigned continuously from 862 to 1598 and from 1606 to 1610. For almost seven and a half centuries, the Rurik dynasty created, protected and strengthened Rus'. But the Rurikovichs are not only a heritage of national history. In many of its branches the dynasty continues to this day. This great family played a colossal role in the historical process and gave Russia many wonderful people in various fields. This book is dedicated to its thousand-year history.