The book presents the most famous and authoritative works of the outstanding Russian political scientist and publicist Sergei Georgievich Kara-Murza, united by the theme of the "Soviet project" close to the writer. Indisputable achievements in the social and economic spheres, in foreign and domestic political life, in culture and science rightfully affirmed the status of the USSR as a World Power. Citing examples of the successful combination of state goals with the interests of ordinary citizens, the scientist analyzes the unique historical experience of our country in building the Soviet civilization. At the same time, the author's position is devoid of a retrograde touch: it is not about restoration, but about taking into account the values ​​of socialism, its positive experience in modern life