Krypiakevych, Ivan, Mykola Holubets, Dmytro Doroshenko, Yaroslav Pasternak

Velyka istoriia Ukrainy [The Great History of Ukraine]

Winnipeg, Canada: Ivan Tyktor, 1948. Second, expanded edition. Item #1185

Book measures: 25 x 18 cm. 968 pages: 941 illustrations, including images and maps. One of 15,000 copies. Printed and bound by Bulman Bros. Ltd., Winnipeg; additional printing and binding by Ukrainian National Publishing Union, North Star Press, and "Tryzub" Publishing Union, Winnipeg. Hardcover designed by Myron Levytsky. This copy includes an advertisement and discount vouchers from the publisher.

The book cover shows significant wear, particularly at the edges and corners, with some material loss. The maroon cloth hardcover is damaged at the top and bottom spine area. Gilded text and decorations on the spine are still visible but show signs of fading. The pages are generally in good condition with occasional notations in blue pen. No significant foxing or tearing noted.

This second, expanded edition of The Great History of Ukraine provides a comprehensive account of Ukrainian history from prehistory to 1948, with contributions from notable Ukrainian historians. The book features rich illustrations, historical maps, and portraits, making it both an academic and visual resource. It was published for the Ukrainian diaspora with the intent of preserving national identity and educating future generations.

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