"Great Soviet Encyclopedia" is a unique publication created by a team of publishers, editors, scientists and writers in the USSR. This encyclopedia was published in ten volumes and included information on various aspects of life, culture, science and history of Soviet society. Each article contained sound and detailed information, professionally written and verified by authoritative sources. This encyclopedia was an important source of knowledge for a wide audience and became a symbol of the ideological and cultural heritage of the Soviet period. The "Great Soviet Encyclopedia" became an integral part of many libraries and households, where it was used for gaining knowledge and personal development. This edition was also known for its rich illustrative part, which helped readers to better understand the presented materials and gave examples from various spheres of life. Even today, the Great Soviet Encyclopedia remains an important source of knowledge for those interested in the history and culture of the past.