The book "Protection of territories and population from emergency situations" under the authorship of a team of authors, in particular C. E. Gruzdeva is an important and relevant work that highlights key aspects of security in the face of modern challenges. This publication will become an indispensable source of knowledge for specialists in the field of civil protection, students of specialized universities, as well as for all those who are interested in security and emergency management. The book examines various types of emergencies - from natural disasters to man-made accidents, and analyzes the methods and means that can be used to protect the population and territories. The authors pay attention not only to theoretical aspects, but also to practical recommendations, which makes the material especially valuable for professionals working in this field. Readers will be able to learn about modern approaches to risk assessment, planning of measures to prevent and eliminate the consequences of emergencies, as well as the role of public and private structures in these processes. The book pays special attention to the interaction of various services and organizations in times of crisis. The authors emphasize that effective protection of the population is possible only if there is a clear coordination of the actions of all participants in the process. This makes the book useful not only for security professionals, but also for managers who deal with crisis management. Who can like this book? First of all, it will be of interest to students and teachers of universities studying in specialties related to security, emergency services and management . It will also be a useful tool for employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, local administrations and other organizations dealing with issues of public protection .. Even for a wide audience interested in the topic of safety and emergency preparedness, the book will be useful and informative. The topics raised in the book are extremely relevant in the light of modern challenges, such as climate change, the growing number of man-made disasters and the need to increase the level of preparedness of the population for various threats. The authors offer not only theoretical knowledge, but also practical recommendations, which makes their work especially valuable in the face of constant changes in the environment and the emergence of new threats. The style of the authors is distinguished by the clarity and accessibility of the presentation, which makes it easy to assimilate complex concepts and ideas. The book is replete with examples from practice, which makes it not only informative, but also fascinating to read. This publication can be the basis for further study of the topic, as well as serve as a source of inspiration for those who want to contribute to the safety of society. If you are looking for literature on the topic of population protection, emergency management or just want to expand your knowledge in the field of security, the book “Protection of territories and populations from emergency situations” will be an excellent choice. It will not only enrich your horizons, but also help you better understand how to act in a crisis, which is especially important in our time.