Randomness and Chaos is a book that immerses the reader in the mysterious and multifaceted world of modern science, exploring the fine line between predictability and unpredictability, order and chaos. Author David Ruel, one of the leading experts in the field of dynamical systems theory and mathematical physics, masterfully reveals complex concepts to the reader, turning them into an exciting journey through the labyrinths of random processes and chaotic phenomena. Translated from French by H. A. Zubchenko and editorial staff A. In. Borisov makes this book available to a wide audience, allowing you to understand how randomness shapes our world and why chaos is not always the enemy of order. The book “Accident and Chaos” is not just a scientific study, it is an invitation to think about the fundamental issues of being, about the nature of random events that surround us every day. Ruel shows that patterns hide behind seeming disorder, and chaos is not absolute anarchy, but a complex structure that can be described and predicted using modern mathematical methods. It reveals the secrets of fractals, nonlinear systems, and probability theory, making them understandable even to those who first encounter these topics. This book is especially interesting for those who are passionate about science, mathematics, physics and philosophy. It is suitable for readers aged 16 and older who are looking for a deep understanding of the world in which they live, and want to learn to see patterns where it used to seem that chaos reigns. Fans of intellectual challenges, students, teachers and everyone who appreciates popular scientific works will find a source of inspiration and new knowledge in Randomness and Chaos. The author masterfully combines scientific rigor with a lively style of presentation, which makes complex ideas accessible and fascinating. The peculiarity of David Ruel's style is his ability to turn complex mathematical concepts into living images and metaphors, which allows the reader not only to understand, but to feel the essence of phenomena. In his other works, such as “Deformations and Fractals” or “Chaos Dynamics”, he has already established himself as a talented popularizer of science, able to combine accuracy and artistic skill. In Randomness and Chaos, the author continues to develop the topic, exploring how random processes affect the development of natural and social systems, from biological organisms to financial markets. The book deserves attention not only because of the relevance of the topics, but also because it helps to look at the world from a new perspective. In an era when we are faced with constant change and uncertainty, understanding the principles of chaos and randomness becomes an integral part of the intellectual culture of modern man. This work opens our eyes to the fact that behind the seeming unpredictability there are laws, and chaos is not an enemy of order, but an integral part of it. If you are looking for a book that will not only expand your horizons, but also make you think about the nature of reality, David Ruel’s “Accident and Chaos” is exactly what you need. It is a work that combines scientific rigor with artistic expressiveness, making complex ideas understandable and fascinating. Inspired by this book, the reader will be able to take a fresh look at the world around him, to understand its complexity and beauty, as well as learn to see patterns where previously it seemed that only disorder reigns.