The book "Storm cloud of the 19th century. Two lectures delivered at the London Institute on February 4 and 11, 1884" by Ivan Ruskin is a fundamental work that explores the social, political and economic aspects of European life in the 19th century through the metaphor of a huge storm. The author reveals the essence and causes of social changes that took place during this period, revealing to the reader a deep analysis of society and its trends since then. Ruskin presents vivid examples, comparing them to a storm in the sky, which clearly demonstrates the dynamics, movement and changes that took place in society and politics in the 19th century. Expressing his thoughts in the form of lectures, he captivates the reader with his outstanding style and colorful speech, making every aspect of the study interesting and understandable. "Storm cloud of the 19th century" is not only an analysis of the past, but also a hint for the future, which allows us to understand and predict the social processes taking place in society. This book leaves a deep imprint on the reader's heart and gives not only knowledge, but also thoughts that will accompany him throughout his life.