Українська поезія: від класики до сучасності

Ukrainian Poets

Classic Ukrainian Poets

• Taras Shevchenko (1814-1861):
  • Considered the national poet of Ukraine
  • Wrote in Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish
  • Famous works: "Kobzar", "Testament"
• Ivan Franko (1856-1916):
  • Leading figure in Ukrainian literature and politics
  • Wrote poetry, plays, and novels
  • Famous works: "Against the Tide", "Moses"
• Lesya Ukrainka (1871-1913):
  • Ukrainian poet, playwright, and feminist
  • Wrote in Ukrainian, Russian, and German
  • Famous works: "Ukrainian Word", "The Forest Song"

Modern Ukrainian Poets

• Vasyl Stus (1938-1985):
  • Dissident poet and human rights activist
  • Wrote in Ukrainian and Russian
  • Famous works: "Winter Trees", "Black Swan"
• Ivan Drach (1936-2018):
  • Ukrainian poet, writer, and politician
  • Wrote in Ukrainian and Russian
  • Famous works: "Ukraine in Flames", "The Kyiv Apostles"
• Oksana Zabuzhko (1960-present):
  • Contemporary Ukrainian poet and writer
  • Wrote in Ukrainian and English
  • Famous works: "The Museum of Abandoned Secrets", "Notre Dame d'Ukraine"

Themes and Styles

• Nationalism and Independence: Many Ukrainian poets focused on national identity and independence.
• Folklore and Tradition: Ukrainian poets often drew inspiration from folk tales and legends.
• Social Commentary: Poets like Stus and Drach wrote about social and political issues in Ukraine.
• Modernism and Experimentation: Contemporary poets like Zabuzhko have experimented with language and form.