UKRAINIANS
Taras Hryhorovych Shevchenko (1814 – 1861)
Also known as Kobzar Taras, or simply Kobzar (a kobzar is a bard in Ukrainian culture), was a Ukrainian poet, writer, artist, public and political figure, folklorist and ethnographer. His literary heritage is regarded to be the foundation of modern Ukrainian literature and, to a large extent, the modern Ukrainian language though it is different from the language of his poems. Shevchenko is also known for his many masterpieces as a painter and an illustrator.
Also known as Kobzar Taras, or simply Kobzar (a kobzar is a bard in Ukrainian culture), was a Ukrainian poet, writer, artist, public and political figure, folklorist and ethnographer. His literary heritage is regarded to be the foundation of modern Ukrainian literature and, to a large extent, the modern Ukrainian language though it is different from the language of his poems. Shevchenko is also known for his many masterpieces as a painter and an illustrator.
Lesya Ukrainka (1871-1913)
A great poetess, writer, activist, and interpreter, Lesya Ukrainka devoted 30 years of her life (she died at the age of 42) to literature. Fighting tuberculosis her entire youth, she is the epitome of female heroism and strength. Being bedridden, courage was the main motive behind her words, thus inspiring millions of people to listen to their hearts and be brave. She was also engaged in folklore studies and played an active role in the Ukrainian national movement.
A great poetess, writer, activist, and interpreter, Lesya Ukrainka devoted 30 years of her life (she died at the age of 42) to literature. Fighting tuberculosis her entire youth, she is the epitome of female heroism and strength. Being bedridden, courage was the main motive behind her words, thus inspiring millions of people to listen to their hearts and be brave. She was also engaged in folklore studies and played an active role in the Ukrainian national movement.
UKRAINIAN PEOPLE
A timelapse video of the creation digital collage "UNBREAKABLE":
