In his next book, a dynasty of famous natural scientists provides the reader with a unique opportunity to rediscover Crimea together with researchers of all times, who are rightfully called pioneers. Materials for this publication have been collected for almost forty years. This is the most complete book in history about naturalists who have contributed to the knowledge of the nature of Crimea. About 1,000 names will greet the reader on pages filled with exciting and dramatic stories about how "terra incognita" at the end of the world gradually turned into the familiar Crimean peninsula. Stories about prominent Crimean scholars of the 25th century are interspersed with analytical reviews on individual time periods and scientific areas. The book is beautifully illustrated, written fascinatingly, but at the same time strictly follows documentary facts. It is intended for a wide range of readers - Crimeans and guests of the peninsula, inquisitive people and guides, students and teachers, students, scientists and specialists.