The book "Selected Works on Russian and World Culture" is an outstanding collection of works by one of the most significant Russian culturologists and philologists of the 20th century, Dmitry Sergeyevich Likhachev .. Edited by A. C. Zapesotsky, this edition offers readers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a world of deep reflections on culture, art, and literature that remain relevant to this day. Dmitry Likhachev is a name familiar to many who are interested in Russian culture and literature. His works cover a wide range of topics, from the philosophy of art to the historical aspects of Russian culture. In the Selected Works, the reader will find not only in-depth analytical articles, but also personal reflections of the author, which make his thoughts especially close and understandable. Likhachev skillfully combines a scientific approach with personal intuition, which allows him to create texts that not only inform, but also inspire. This book will be of interest to both students and teachers of humanities, as well as a wide range of readers who seek to understand the cultural processes that took place in Russia and abroad. If you are interested in literature, art, philosophy or just want to expand your horizons in understanding the cultural heritage, “Selected Works” will be a real find for you. The age category of readers is not limited here - both young and more mature readers will find something important and relevant in this book for themselves. The topics raised in the book cover not only historical aspects, but also philosophical reflections on the place of man in culture, the role of art in society. Likhachev focuses on the importance of preserving cultural heritage, on how culture shapes the individual and society as a whole. His thoughts about the relationship between the past and the present, about how culture can serve as a bridge between generations, cause deep reflection and can become the basis for further discussions. Dmitry Likhachev’s style is distinguished by clarity and accessibility, which makes his work understandable even for those who do not have a special education in the humanities. He skillfully uses metaphors and examples from Russian and world literature, which allows the reader to easily perceive complex ideas. In this context, “Selected Works” is not just a scientific publication, but a real literary work that can be interesting for those who like to read just for fun. In addition, Likhachev is the author of many other well-known works, such as “Russian Culture” and “On the Russian Language”, which also deserve attention. His contribution to the study of Russian culture and language is invaluable, and “Selected Works” become a logical continuation of his scientific work. If you are looking for books on cultural studies, literature, philosophy or just want to better understand how culture affects our lives, Dmitry Likhachev’s Selected Works on Russian and World Culture is what you need. This book will not only enrich your inner world, but also help you look at familiar things from a new perspective. Immersed in Likhachev's reflections, you can not only learn a lot of new things, but also ask yourself important questions about the place of culture in your life.