Tento autor se zabývá především jazykem, kulturou a identitou Ukrajiny, se zvláštním zaměřením na její kinematografii. Působí jako lektor ukrajinštiny na předních amerických univerzitách, kde studentům přibližuje jak jazyk, tak i kulturní kontext země. Jeho vlastní psaní i veřejná vystoupení se často věnují složité jazykové situaci a postkoloniálnímu vývoji. Prostřednictvím založení a vedení ukrajinského filmového klubu na Kolumbijské univerzitě aktivně propaguje ukrajinské filmy a usiluje o jejich větší uznání v mezinárodním měřítku.
Focusing on the unique combinations of Ukrainian words, this groundbreaking work offers a modern approach to language learning. It features fluid, accurate English translations that enhance understanding and usage, making it an essential resource for both learners and speakers of Ukrainian. The book stands out for its innovative presentation, bridging cultural and linguistic gaps effectively.
This popular language textbook with an interactive website offers an easy, effective, and fun way for beginners to learn how to read, write, speak and understand Ukrainian. The Third Integrated edition is integrated with the Ukrainian-English Collocation Dictionary (2021) via a set of specially designed lexical and syntactic exercises in each of its 15 lessons. Beginner's Ukrainian covers such common conversational topics as meeting people, traveling, shopping, hobbies, family relations, vacationing, meals, weather, and much more. Priority is given to developing learners' conversational skills while providing them with a solid grammar foundation. The book's companion website offers a wealth of interactive conversational, grammar, and phonetic drills designed for use by both independent and instructor-led learners. The book includes 15 useful lessons, covering everyday situations such as introductions, family, and shopping. An interactive website featuring audio dialogues and exercises recorded using native speakers is also available to users. The guide also includes: Useful cultural and grammatical notes Appendices of critical information, including declension tables, noun endings, common Ukrainian names, numbers, verb conjugations and more. A Ukrainian-English/ English-Ukrainian dictionary of words used in the book