Description
Book SynopsisNatalie Kononenko's expert translation and analysis of Ukrainian epics provides a sweeping social history of folklore that is vital to Ukrainian identity.
Trade Review"This volume, with its meticulous attention to detail and comprehensive coverage of a significant aspect of Ukrainian history is the product of Kononenko’s many years of dedicated research on folklore and the folk epic, and their part in shaping the Ukrainian consciousness." -- Marian J. Rubchak, Valparaiso University *
Slavic Review *
"Kononenko weaves translations of entire poems directly into her historicizing analyses. This manner of presentation makes for an integrated and coherent reading experience that all who pick up this volume will appreciate." -- Jonathan Ready, University of Michigan *
Journal of Folklore Research *
Table of ContentsList of Illustrations Acknowledgements Introduction 1 Collection and Scholarship 2 Minstrels and Minstrelsy 3 Slavery 4 Kozak Battles 5 Khmelnytskyi 6 Everyday Life Conclusion Epilogue Notes Bibliography Index
