The book "Materials of the Plenum of the Central Committee of the CPSU 5-7 February 1990" is a unique historical document that immerses the reader in one of the key moments of the era of change, when the Soviet Union was on the verge of radical transformations. This collection of materials, prepared and published without specifying a specific author, is a valuable source for those who are interested in the history of the late USSR, internal politics and processes that preceded the collapse of the great empire. The focus of this book is the plenum of the Central Committee of the CPSU, held in February 1990, which became the last major meeting of the Soviet leadership in the era of perestroika and glasnost. Documents, minutes of meetings, speeches and decisions included in the collection make it possible to understand how the struggle for the future of the country went inside the party and the state. The reader will be able to follow the discussions about the need for reforms, the political situation in the country, the ways out of the crisis, as well as the internal dynamics that ultimately led to the final collapse of the Soviet Union. This book is perfect for a wide range of readers - from students and historians to political scientists and anyone who wants to understand how fateful decisions were made in one of the most difficult periods of Soviet history. It is especially valuable for those who are interested in the internal cuisine of party leadership structures, decision-making mechanisms and political intrigues hidden behind official protocols. For young researchers and history lovers, this is an opportunity to look at events through the eyes of participants, to understand the motives and fears of those who stood at the helm of the country on the eve of its collapse. The topics raised in the “Materials of the Plenum of the Central Committee of the CPSU on February 5-7, 1990” are not only internal party debates, but also global processes that took place at that time. The book raises questions about the need for reform, the crisis of ideology, the internal struggle for power and how these events affected the fate of millions of people. Particular attention is paid to analyzing the political situation in the country, discussing ways out of the crisis, as well as internal contradictions that ultimately led to the destruction of the Soviet system. The style of the author, despite the fact that it remains anonymous, differs in accuracy and analytical depth. Documents and materials are collected in such a way that a sense of presence is created at the plenum itself, and the reader seems to witness historical moments when the fate of the country hung in the balance. This book is not just a collection of documents, but a living testimony to an era filled with tension and drama, which allows you to understand how decisions were made that changed the course of history. If you are already familiar with works on Soviet history, for example, with the works of Alexander Solzhenitsyn or Mikhail Hefter, then the Materials of the Plenum of the Central Committee of the CPSU on February 5-7, 1990 will open up new horizons for understanding the internal cuisine of party structures and political processes of that time. This edition will be a valuable addition to your library, revealing little-known aspects of history that often remain behind the scenes of the official chronicles. With its high information content and historical value, this book deserves the attention of anyone who seeks to understand the causes and consequences of the collapse of the Soviet Union. It helps not only to reconstruct events, but also to reflect on how internal contradictions, ambitions and strategic mistakes have led to radical changes in the fate of millions of people and the whole country. This publication is not just a historical document, but an important reminder of how important decisions are made at critical moments, and that history does not stand still, but develops under the influence of various factors. In general, “Materials of the Plenum of the Central Committee of the CPSU February 5-7, 1990” is a book that should be in the arsenal of everyone who is interested in the history of the 20th century, political processes and the fate of the Soviet Union. Its reading is an opportunity not only to expand their knowledge, but also to feel the atmosphere of the era when the fates of states and peoples were decided, and fateful decisions were made in the halls of party meetings.