Product Description Portraits of Ukraine A Nation at War is an important new book providing readers a comprehensive analysis into the realities of the brutal 2022 Russian invasion within the context of Ukraine's people, history, arts, culture, traditions, and geography. Nuanced, compelling, and well-researched, Portraits of Ukraine is enhanced by hundreds of beautiful and evocative images. 'This book will draw readers into the complex, riveting history that has made Ukraine what it is today: an independent, democratic Europcan nation of forty million people who are defending their freedom, their families, and their future. With an Opening Statement by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Portraits of Ukraine features an insightful Introduction by former US Vice-President Mike Pence and a moving Forward by Ukraine's Ambassador to the United States, The Honorable Oksana Markarova. Portraits of Ukraine has been endorsed by numerous U.S. Congressional leaders, members of the Ukrainian Parliament, globally respected CLOs and esteemed regional experts. All profits from sales of this book will go to well-vetted pro-Ukrainian charities that are helping the many millions of Ukrainians who have been deeply wounded by Russia's ongoing war. This book is dedicated to all the people of Ukraine who are today leading the fight for democracy and the rule of law in our world. All sales of this product are final. Once the plastic shrink wrap is opened, we will not accept returns or issue refunds. If you would like to purchase the book, press "See All Buying Options" on the right side of the page. Review "Portraits of Ukraine A Nation at War, by the American diplomat Gregory W. Slayton and Sergei Ivashenko, is a real-world demonstration of resilience; this beautiful volume offers many insights into Ukraine's rich history, culture, politics and religious traditions. With more than 300 illustrations, it puts the reader on the ground with stories of ordinary Ukrainians raising children in war zones, fleeing destruction and ministering to war-weary soldiers. The final chapter, 'Why Support Ukraine,' is an especially compelling argument for why the U.S. must stand by its ally. With an opening statement by President Volodymyr Zelensky, an introduction by former Vice President Mike Pence and a foreword by Oksana Markarova, Ukraine's ambassador to the U.S., it couldn't be more timely." —Elaine Chao, former U.S. secretary of labor and secretary of transportation. "An extraordinary book that chronicles and depicts vividly and movingly the courage, sacrifice, fortitude, pride, and sheer determination of the Ukrainian people, who have suffered so much throughout their history but have prevailed time and again -- and who will do so again in the face of the current brutal, unprovoked invasion by Russia. Slava Ukraini!" —General David H. Petraeus, US Army (Ret.) "Seldom does a book appear that provides as comprehensive a treatment of its subject matter as does Portraits of Ukraine. The authors present an excellent overview of Ukraine in a highly readable volume complemented with photos and descriptions that serve to strengthen the overall narrative. The 280-page book is packed with 310, often dramatic, images. At a time when Ukraine is viewed solely through the prism of the horrors and tragedies of the Russian invasion, it is good to see a book that presents Ukraine's history, its struggles, the resolve and determination of its people and the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the country. As such, it is an important contribution to fully understanding Ukraine's current struggle for freedom and what motivates her people, a theme that runs throughout much of the book." —The Honorable Roman Popadiuk, United States Ambassador to Ukraine from 1992 to 1993. "Portraits of Ukraine paints a beautiful picture of the history, culture, arts and people of Ukraine. It will help readers to understand the reality of Ukraine as its own nation, culture and people. It also dives into the brutal and unprovoked Russian invasion. It illuminates the mass Russian war crimes and the suffering of millions of Ukrainian civilians. It highlights the bravery and skill of the Ukrainian freedom fighters who are defending their homes, their families, and their nation. I highly recommend it." —Michael McCaul, Chairman, US House Foreign Affairs Committee "Portraits of Ukraine A Nation at War is a tremendous book. It brings to life our homeland, our culture, and our people. Given Russia's worldwide disinformation campaign, works like this are essential. As a patriotic Ukrainian and a former Member of Parliament, I recommend it most highly." —Pavel Unguryan, Former Member of the Ukrainian parliament & Chairman of the Ukrainian Prayer Breakfast
ASIN: 0998424625
VSKU: PKV.0998424625.G
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Author/Artist:Nicholas Slayton|Gregory W. Slayton|Sergei Ivashenko|MATTHEW S. JAMES
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