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Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda

Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda - Hardcover

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Availability:In StockContributor:Vasyl Shevchuk, Yuri Tkacz (Translator)Publish date:2021-11-30Pages:310
Language:EnglishPublisher:Glagoslav Publications B.V.ISBN-13:9781914337543ISBN-10:1914337549UPC:9781914337543Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Biographical, LiterarySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.81 inchesWeight:1.3823Product ID:SC2E41RWS1

A philosopher obstinately searching for truth in the 1700s, badgered by the church for speaking out on human rights and the hypocrisy of the ruling elite, Skovoroda was forced to live an unsettled life.


Hryhoriy Skovoroda (1722-1794), dubbed a "wandering" philosopher, was one of the most colourful figures in 18th century Ukraine. He spent most of his life travelling about the country and spoke out in defence of justice and freedom for the common folk, often to his own detriment. His songs became folk songs, and his parables helped drive philosophical thought in many Slavic countries.


Precursor is a panoramic, factually accurate novel, painting a realistic picture of life in the Russian Empire. It is an illustration of the epitaph on Skovoroda's gravestone: "The world pursued me, but failed to catch me."


Language:EnglishPublisher:Glagoslav Publications B.V.ISBN-13:9781914337543ISBN-10:1914337549UPC:9781914337543Book Category:FictionBook Subcategory:Biographical, LiterarySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.81 inchesWeight:1.3823Product ID:SC2E41RWS1
Publisher: Glagoslav Publications B.V.

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