Collected Works in 30 Volumes . Volume 9. The former and the dums. 1852-1868. Part IV" edited by B. P. Volgin is a unique literary project that immerses the reader in a world of deep reflections and historical events covering key moments of Russian history in the middle of the 19th century. This volume, like the whole series, is not only a collection of works, but also a real study of the spirit of the time in which heroes live and act, reflecting the realities of their time. This volume contains works that allow you to look at the social and political changes that took place in Russia in the period from 1852 to 1868. The reader will meet here not only literary works, but also journalism, in which the authors raise important issues related to social justice, freedom and personal responsibility. Each text is permeated with a spirit of sincerity and a desire to understand the complex processes taking place in society. This creates a special atmosphere in which each reader can find something close and relevant to himself. The book will be of interest to a wide range of readers: from students of humanities to everyone who is interested in the history of Russia, literature and philosophy. It will be a real find for those who want to better understand the social and cultural changes that shaped the country in the 19th century. If you are interested in history, literature, sociology or just want to expand your horizons, this volume will be a great addition to your library. The themes raised in the "Former and Thoughts" remain relevant to this day.. Questions about how personal experiences and social conditions affect a person’s choice, how ideals and values are formed, how society responds to the challenges of the time all this is reflected in the works collected in this volume. Reading them, you can not only empathize with the heroes, but also think about your own views and life choices. Editor B. P. Volgin, known for his deep analytical abilities and ability to identify the essence of works, created in this volume not just a collection of texts, but a holistic work that makes you think about the most important issues of being. His approach to editing and commenting on texts allows the reader to better understand the context and meaning of each work, which makes reading particularly fascinating and informative. If you like authors such as Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky or Anton Chekhov, you will definitely find something for yourself in this volume. His