The collapse of the great Russian Empire—created over centuries of labor by our ancestors and gone within a few days—is a tragic, yet important lesson for all generations to come. This book is not limited to the events of the February Revolution of 1917. It examines the mechanisms that generate catastrophes in Russia. Although the author’s work is grounded in extensive scholarship, the book is captivating from the very first pages, offering many surprising facts and relevant material for deep reflection.