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    • True stories of heroism, endurance & survival
      October 2024

      Believers

      Stories from Ukraine

      by Hanna Arhirova, Les Beley, Nadiia Hlushkova, Kateryna Mikhalitsyna, Olha Mukha, Iryna Pasko

      Born in an independent Ukraine, a generation has emerged that has never known a different reality. Their homeland has been marred by the annexation of Crimea and parts of Donetsk and Luhansk regions by Russia, a constant reminder that the struggle for freedom is not over. Despite this, these young Ukrainians grew up to be passionate, considerate, unwavering, and kind. Their perspectives, shaped by their experiences, offer a unique vision of the future.Solomiia confronts a devastating choice made by her father. Mavka, an anonymous girl fighting for freedom on occupied territories, employs clever and agile tactics to advance Ukraine's cause. Twin sisters Maria and Sofia rebuilt their lives after fleeing the destruction and occupation of their home city by Russian army. Veronika faces a difficult decision between a peaceful acting career in Great Britain and contributing to the war effort at home. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, these young Ukrainians strive to live their lives and pursue their dreams.Believers is the inaugural book in the Stories from Ukraine series, a collection of narrative nonfiction. Each story combines the unique and powerful voices of the individuals sharing their experiences with those of professional authors who have documented these stories and reflected on them through their own lens of life and war in Ukraine. The diverse backgrounds and regional origins of both the heroes and authors create a captivating kaleidoscope of circumstances and perspectives.This book offers a poignant exploration of the challenges and resilience of young Ukrainians navigating a world marked by war. It delves into their personal journeys, their hopes for the future, and the enduring spirit that defines their generation.Discover the stories of a generation of believers who refuse to let adversity define their future.

    • True stories of heroism, endurance & survival
      October 2024

      Fighters

      Stories from Ukraine

      by Tetiana Kasian, Andrew Kobalia, Natalya Korniyenko, Kateryna Mikhalitsyna, Victoria Narizhna, Iryna Slavinska, Lyuba Yakimchuk, Yuliya Yurchuk

      Born in the twilight of the Soviet Empire, this generation of Ukrainians has endured a lifetime of challenges. They navigated the economic turmoil of the 90s, confronted would-be dictators in mass protests and revolutions, and have been fighting Russian invaders since 2014. These experiences have forged them into resilient, innovative, and brave individuals. They became real fighters.In this book, children of the tumultuous Soviet 80s and chaotic Ukrainian 90s, now the backbone of Ukrainian society, share their stories of the war and beyond. A couple of university professors bring humanitarian aid to frontline communities. A lawyer left her job to care for hundreds of war-affected dogs under the daily shelling. A soldier found solace in a poetry book left in the underground hell of Azovstal. Another soldier fights this war on his own doorstep, witnessing the destruction of the plant he has dedicated his life to. A Ukrainian poet found her powerful voice after fleeing her home in the East of Ukraine in 2014 when the war was still far away for most of other people. These stories, though dramatic and sometimes incredible, are just a part of these people's lives, filled with struggle, sorrow, love, beauty, and hope.Fighters is the second book in the Stories from Ukraine series, a collection of narrative nonfiction. Each story combines the unique and powerful voices of the individuals sharing their experiences with those of professional authors who have documented these stories and reflected on them through their own lens of life and war in Ukraine. The diverse backgrounds and regional origins of both the heroes and authors create a captivating kaleidoscope of circumstances and perspectives.Discover the stories of a generation of fighters who have refused to let anyone deprive them of their country.

    • True stories of heroism, endurance & survival
      October 2024

      Keepers

      Stories from Ukraine

      by Antonina Andriychuk, Les Beley, Olha Bohomaz, Lily Hyde, Nadiia Hlushkova, Rustem Khalilov, Iryna Pasko, Iryna Slavinska

      Born under the suffocating grip of the Soviet Empire, this generation of Ukrainians witnessed firsthand the cruelty and oppression of the Kremlin's rule. While some were always aware of the regime's true nature, others were lulled into a false sense of security by state propaganda. Yet, many maintained a hidden understanding of their Ukrainian identity and passed down vital stories to the younger generation, preserving the truth about their land, free from the distortions of Moscow's narrative. They are the keepers of Ukrainian heritage, even if they don't always realize it.In this book, the older generation of Ukrainians shares their remarkable stories. A veteran of a Soviet imperial war tirelessly travels Ukraine in his wheelchair, raising funds for the Ukrainian army. A director of a natural reserve fights to protect nature from both shells and human neglect. A head of a museum rebuilds her life far from her beloved collection, left in an occupied city. A writer from Odesa shares her experiences of maintaining national identity in Moscow before returning home in 2014. A school principal from a small village had the courage to remain a stern teacher even toward Russian occupiers. An editor-in-chief of a Crimean Tatar newspaper fearlessly continues to tell the truth in annexed Crimea. A well-known philosopher and dissident recounts his life in Russian concentration camps.These voices weave into the intricate tapestry of the cruel twentieth century, the final convulsions of which are still unfolding in Ukraine today.Keepers is the third book in the Stories from Ukraine series, a collection of narrative nonfiction. Each story features two unique, powerful voices: one belonging to the individual telling their story and the other to the professional author documenting that story and reflecting it through their own experience of life and war in Ukraine. The diverse backgrounds and regional origins of both the heroes and authors create a captivating kaleidoscope of circumstances and perspectives.Discover the stories of the keepers who have preserved Ukraine's past to protect its future.

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