Explanatory Dictionary of the Russian Language

«The Explanatory Dictionary of the Living Great Russian Language» by Vladimir Ivanovich Dal is one of the most significant works of Russian lexicography, becoming a true encyclopedia of the national language and culture. For over 150 years, this work has helped to understand the origins of words, their meanings, and their connection to the history of the Russian speech. This edition presents a shortened version of the dictionary, adapted to modern orthography. It preserves the richness and uniqueness of Dal's interpretations, making them accessible to the modern reader. The book opens with a preface by Sofia Medvedeva, a linguist, lecturer, and author of the project «Language Witch», dedicated to the life and scientific legacy of Vladimir Dal, his role in the development of Russian literature, and the significance of the dictionary he created. The edition is supplemented with black-and-white illustrations, as well as original colored covers featuring works by contemporary artist Krasnozorki, which provide a new perspective on the world of words and make the book a true decoration for a home library. The dictionary will be a wonderful gift for anyone interested in the Russian language, literature, history, and culture, as well as for those who appreciate books that reveal classical heritage in a modern reading.