Taking as a basis the cultural and historical types of civilizations, the author builds lectures on the development of the connection between the concepts of "civilization" and "culture." Non-standard approach, lively, figurative language, excellent presentation of the material. Particular attention is paid to Russia in the context of world civilizations. Considered China, India, Japan, Egypt, America, a little Europe. Forecasts of the prospects for the development of civilization in the XXI century are given.