About the book: 1990 / The book gives a holistic picture of the complex socio-political struggle that unfolded in the Russian state at the initial stage of the civil war - in 1603-1606. Based on new sources, the author clarifies many of the events of the Time of Troubles. At the center of the story is False Dmitry I, whom the author identifies with Grigory Otrepyev. The problem of impostors receives a new solution in the book. The main attention is paid to revealing the social roots of impostor. The author provides vivid biographical information about False Dmitry I, gives an objective assessment of his role in the events of the Time of Troubles. The first edition of the book was published in 1987. The book is of interest to both specialists and a wide range of readers.