"Muscovy in the Representation of Foreigners of the XVI-XVII Centuries" is a unique book in which the author, the famous historian Pavlo Natanovich Apostol, examines the perception of Muscovy by European thinkers and diplomats of the Renaissance and Enlightenment eras. In his work, he reveals the relationship of foreigners to the Russian state, culture, traditions and everyday life. At the same time, he pays attention to various aspects of perception: from admiration to shortcomings of Russian life. Describing the role of Muscovy in the European context, the writer examines how the attitude towards it changed over the course of two centuries, as well as what images and stereotypes were formed about this state. In addition, the author examines the impact of foreign perceptions of Muscovy on the further development of relations between Russia and Western countries. Known for its scholarly depth and accessible style, the book "Muscovy in the Representation of Foreigners of the XVI-XVII Centuries" will be a useful source for historians, cultural experts, and anyone interested in the history of the perception and interaction of different cultures.