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Vasylchenko's portrayal of Karmeliuk is based on folk legendary traditions, emphasising his intelligence, extraordinary strength, and courage. He always relies on the support of the masses in his actions. Karmelyuk hates the lords and loves the abused and exploited workers. The scenes of the hero's intimate life, his attitude towards his wife and son are sincerely moving.
Stepan Vasylchenko (1878-1932) was a writer of folk art who defended the originality of Ukrainian art and its connection with the national tradition. Vasylchenko's work is characterised by poetisation of the national Ukrainian character, strengthening of the emotional and evaluative principle and in-depth psychological analysis.
