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The book tells in an interesting and accessible way about the history of our country from the time of Herodotus to the events in the East of Ukraine today. This authoritative publication will help you better understand the events of the past, and through them, our present. The author focuses on Ukrainians as the largest demographic group, and subsequently the main force behind the creation of the modern nation. Find out how our ancestors «called the Vikings to rule», how our country fought for the right to be independent, went through the times of serfdom, communist terror and the Holodomor, the Second World War and eventually gained independence.

«Gates of Europe» — is the true story of our country, our aspirations and life! Immerse yourself in the memories of your ancestors and their fates that have shaped our present!