"The Great Soviet Encyclopedia" is a huge volume that reflects the scope and depth of knowledge in the great Soviet era. This reference guide contains information from almost all fields of knowledge: from history and natural sciences to culture and technology. Published by a government publishing house, the encyclopedia reflects the ideology and spirit of the time, covering a wide range of topics and supporting Soviet ideology. Its multi-digitized format and diligent reference activity make it an integral part of the bookshelf of both scholars and a wide range of readers. The book reflects the spirit of the era in which it was created and became an important source of knowledge for generations of Soviet and post-Soviet readers.