About the book: 1999 / The book is dedicated to the history of electrical engineering science and industry both in our country and abroad. It examines all the main stages in the development of electrical engineering, from its inception to the present day. The role of domestic and foreign scientists who made the greatest contribution to the development of electrical engineering is shown. The main achievements of various branches of electrical engineering are examined in detail and specifically: electrical power engineering; electromechanics; electrical technologies; electric transport; lighting engineers; electrical materials and cables; industrial electronics and electrical measuring equipment. The chapter “Personalities” provides brief biographical information about the largest domestic and foreign scientists and specialists in the field of electrical engineering.