Veselka: iliustrovanyi zhurnal dlia ukrains'kykh ditei kozhnoho viku. Shchomisiachnyi dodatok do shchodennyka "Svoboda", richnyk 1-2 = The Rainbow: Illustrated Magazine for Children of all ages in Ukrainian; Monthly Supplement to the Daily "Svododa", Vol. 1-2 (24 issues), 1954-1955 (complete)

Jersey City, NJ: Ukrainian National Association, Inc., 1954-1955. Item #1151

This volume comprises 24 issues of "Veselka" magazine from the first two years of publication (1954-1955). The book, measuring 29 x 23 cm, contains approximately 384 pages, with pagination varying by issue, and features illustrations throughout. The text is in Ukrainian. The book includes an inscription denoting its previous ownership by the Sunday School at St. Vladimir Orthodox Church in Ambridge, Pennsylvania, along with a unique library number (#1). It is bound in green cloth with gold lettering and decorative embossing on the front cover. The binding is in good condition, with minor scuff marks and slight wear along the edges. The pages are well-preserved, clean, and free from significant marks or damage. The interior showcases colorful endpapers and numerous black-and-white illustrations. There are no additional inscriptions, labels, or signatures inside the book. Overall, it is in very good condition, with the binding and pages intact and well-maintained.

"Veselka" is a vibrant cultural magazine that debuted in 1954 under the "Svoboda" editorial office. This monthly publication captivated young readers with an engaging mix of poems, short stories, enchanting fairy tales, stage play scripts, articles, and humorous pieces. It also featured riddles and reflections on children's lives, created through a collaborative effort involving writers, illustrators, and contributions from children. The magazine excelled in providing a rich blend of education and entertainment, introducing young readers to Ukrainian culture and language. It showcased biographies and works of notable Ukrainian authors and illustrators, including T. Shevchenko, L. Ukrainka, L. Hlibiv, M. Vovchok, L. Bachynskyi, R. Zavadovych, L. Poltava, O. Archipenko, J. Hnizdovsky, S. Hordynskyi, M. Levytskyi, M. Mykhalevych, and O. Sudomora, among others. It also featured the whimsical adventures of beloved characters like the gnomes Hotsa Drala and Gnomyk Romtomtomyk, making it a cherished resource for cultural learning and enjoyment.

As of July 2024, OCLC records indicate that scattered issues are held at various institutions across North America.

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