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The works included in the book were written on the thorny paths of Shevchenko's life, in captivity, in travelling and exile. The book was compiled gradually, shaped by the fate of the great Ukrainian serf.

In an unusually melodious language, the author tells about the greatness and beauty of the Ukrainian people, paints a picture of their history and life, their tragedies and troubles, inspirations and aspirations.