Book "Culture of the Russian people X-XVII centuries . » by Dmitry Sergeyevich Likhachev is an outstanding study that immerses the reader in the rich and multifaceted world of Russian culture, covering the period from the X to the XVII century Likhachev, a well-known Russian philologist, culturologist and historian, masterfully combines deep scientific knowledge with a lively and fascinating style of presentation, which makes his works accessible and interesting for a wide audience. In his book, Likhachev explores how Russian culture was formed in the context of historical events, social changes and interaction with other peoples. He considers not only literature and art, but also life, customs, religious beliefs and philosophical ideas that influenced the development of the Russian people. The reader will be able to learn about the formation of Russian writing, about the first chronicles and how Christianity changed the spiritual appearance of the country. Important attention is paid to folk traditions, folklore and linguistic features, which have retained their relevance in modern times. The book will be of interest to both specialists in the field of history and culture, and amateurs seeking to better understand the roots of Russian identity. Students, teachers, as well as anyone interested in the history of Russia, will find in this work a lot of useful and fascinating facts. Likhachev skillfully emphasizes how culture reflects public sentiment and how it changes under the influence of external and internal factors. This makes the book relevant not only for historians, but also for sociologists, anthropologists and culturologists. The topics raised in the book cover a wide range: from religious transformations to folk art. Likhachev is not afraid to raise difficult issues, such as the influence of the Mongol-Tatar yoke on Russian culture or the role of Orthodoxy in the formation of national identity. It shows how culture can be both a reflection and an engine of change in society. The reader will see how in the conditions of political instability and social upheaval unique cultural traditions were formed, which still remain an important part of Russian identity. Likhachev's style is distinguished by clarity and expressiveness. He masterfully uses literary techniques, which allows not only to convey information, but also to create a fascinating narrative. His works, such as “Russian Culture” and “The Word about Igor’s Regiment”, have already earned recognition, and “Culture of the Russian People of the X-XVII Centuries” .. There is no exception to .. Likhachev skillfully combines a scientific approach with literary skill, which makes his books not just textbooks, but real works of art. This book will be a real find for anyone who wants to better understand Russian culture and its origins. It not only enriches knowledge, but also awakens interest in history and traditions. If you are looking for a fascinating reading that will open up new horizons in the understanding of Russian culture, "Culture of the Russian people of the X-XVII centuries . It will be the perfect choice.. Immerse yourself in a world where history and culture are intertwined, and discover the secrets that are stored in every word and every image created by the Russian people over the centuries.