Samchuk, Ulas

Iunist’ Vasylia Sheremety: roman [Youth of Vasyl Sheremeta: a novel], vols. 1, 2

[Munich]: Prometei, 1947. Publisher's wrappers. Item #857

155 and 165 pages. 21 cm. Text in Ukrainian. Both volumes have a note “With permission of UNRRA, Team 107, 1946.” Cover design by V. Zalutskyi. Edited by B. Podoliak. Both volumes are in fair condition, with minor chipping observed on the wrappers.

An autobiographical masterpiece by Ulas Samchuk, offers a vivid portrayal of Ukrainian gymnasium life in the 1920s. Penned between 1940 and 1944 while Samchuk resided in Czechoslovakia and Ukraine, where he worked as an editor for the newspaper "Volyn," this novel captures the essence of a generation amidst tumultuous times. Hindered from publication until 1947, when it found its way to print through the "Prometheus" publishing house in a German DP camp, Samchuk's work serves as a chronicle of Ukrainian life and identity formation. Drawing from his own experiences, Samchuk skillfully weaves a narrative that intertwines personal biographies with the broader historical context, shedding light on the journey of a generation grappling with national consciousness under Polish rule in the early 20th century. Through rich, artistic prose, Samchuk illuminates the struggles and aspirations of his peers, offering profound insights into the forging of a new Ukrainian identity rooted in the awakening of the peasantry.

Price: $250.00