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The book explores the history of the development of many monasteries operating in Ukraine; analyses the essence of the phenomenon of monasticism and its manifestations in Ukraine, and identifies the most characteristic features inherent in Orthodox and Catholic monastic practice. Particular attention is paid to the importance of monasteries in spreading education, developing book publishing, shaping the canons of church architecture and preserving the sacred culture of the Ukrainian people.

The publication has an exquisite design and is richly illustrated with photographs by contemporary photographers and old photographs; it contains relevant scientific definitions of special terms, brief biographical data on famous personalities of the national monastic movement and interesting comments on the events covered.
The book is intended for a wide range of readers interested in the history and origins of Ukrainian spiritual culture.

Photographers: Yuriy Buslenko, Oleksandr Ivanov, Roman Mykhailiuk, Mykola Ferentsev, Viktor Khmara.