Nazva Ukrainy [The Name of Ukraine]
Sichynskyi, Volodymyr
Published by Nakladom Hurtivni paperu, Augsburg, 1948
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43 pages: illustrations, maps. 21 cm. Text in Ukrainian. Cover design by Volodymyr Sichynskyi. A copy with the damaged wrappers. The book explores the profound historical significance of the Ukrainian nation's name, revealing how it serves to unify people and define collective identity. Tracing the evolution of names across history, it illuminates the struggles and sacrifices endured to establish and preserve them. Through engaging narratives and insightful analysis, the text delves into the intricate interplay between names, territories, and cultural heritage, providing a compelling perspective on the rich tapestry of Ukrainian history. Volodymyr Sichynsky (1894-1962) was an accomplished architect and graphic artist. He studied at prestigious institutions such as the St. Petersburg Institute of Civil Engineers and Charles University in Prague. In 1930, he co-founded the Association of Independent Ukrainian Artists and later became a professor at the Ukrainian Free University. Upon immigrating to the United States in 1949, he continued his teaching career at the Ukrainian Technical Institute in New York. Sichynsky was also known for his architectural designs, particularly of churches and schools, and for his scholarly publications on Ukrainian art, culture, and history. Seller Inventory # 848
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Title: Nazva Ukrainy [The Name of Ukraine]
Publisher: Nakladom Hurtivni paperu, Augsburg
Publication Date: 1948
Binding: Illustrated wrappers
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Nazva Ukrainy (The Name of Ukraine)
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Nakladom hurtivni paperu, Avgsburg (Augsburg), 1948
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First Edition
Seller: ZH BOOKS, ABAA, ILAB, IOBA, Fremont, CA, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very good. First Edition. First edition; 8 1/4 x 5 3/4; pp. [2], 5-43; light-brown, pictorial wraps; illustrated with maps; small signature to title pahe; light wear along spine; in very good condition.Volodymyr Sichynskyi (1894 - 1962) was a Ukrainian-American graphic artist, architect, and educator. After co-establishing the Architectural Institute in Kiev, he taught in Lviv and Prague, before he was arrested and imprisoned by the Gestapo in 1943. Sichynskyi emigrated to the US in 1949, where he continued writing and working on his architectural designs until his death. His current book, on the origins of Ukraine and its name, was written, while the author was at a DP camp in Germany. Seller Inventory # 003299
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