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In the history of Ukrainian realistic literature, the works of Ivan Nechuy-Levytsky occupy a prominent place. It is known that the development of fiction and, in particular, the great epic genres of the story and novel is an important stage in the formation of the national art of the word. Having entered the Ukrainian literary field, Nechuy-Levytsky brilliantly developed the content and form of a short story and gave the first examples of the realistic novel genre from modern life.

The story "The Trailer" (1869) is distinguished by the novelty of its characters and vividness of its images. This family chronicle reflects the complex social relations in Volyn. The patriarchal way of life, customs and moral principles of the two families, as well as their well-being, are being destroyed and decaying under the pressure of Polish magnates and gentry.