Anna Kopylova Knihy

As the title suggests, Awesome Ukraine is more than a guide! Simply put, it is all that is awesome about Ukraine - from national dishes, to historical facts, symbols, mythology, popular culture and much more. This book has a highly stylized design and a unique layout with photos spanning the decades. In it you will find explanations as to: why our national symbols are the blue and yellow flag and the tryzub; why Ukrainians are sentimental towards the nightingale, vyshyvanka and salo; why we are proud of Pylyp Orlyk, Serge Lifar, the Klychko brothers and the AN-225 "Mriya" airplane; why Kazantyp has attracted young people for years; and why the centre of Europe is located in Zakarpattia Oblast.

Lviv is a city whose charm speaks to your senses. It is a city of coffee drinkers, leisurely strolls and bizarre restaurants. The city's somewhat faded grandeur, strong artistic and literary traditions invite a new urban vibe. Lviv has been at the crossroads of East and West throughout the past eight centuries since its' founding. You can get lost amongst Lviv's ancient churches and synagogues, meander within the Austro-Hungarian Art Nouveau city center and Soviet-era Modernist apartment blocks. With this book we are pleased to share with you our love of Lviv! The book is neither a guide nor a manual. Rather, it’s an insight into the city we adore—wonderful, fascinating and strange. In its pages you’ll find references to major historical events, famous and talented residents, art, culture, sports, literature, traditions and even beloved street food.