The book by fortifier V.V. Yakovlev "The History of Fortresses" is devoted to a little-covered aspect of military art - the development of defensive architecture from ancient times to the beginning of the 20th century, as well as the study of siege and defense of land fortresses during this period. The book is of interest to both specialists and a wide range of readers. The original title of the book is "The Evolution of Long-Term Fortification."