The How, the What and the Why of 'Marusia Churai': A Historical Novel ...

Kostenko, as has been apparent in her earlier attempts at longer poems ("Kazka pro Mani," "Mandrivky sertsia"), is a master of the narrative mode. She narrates her stories very well and at the same time her poetry exudes an air of spontaneity and honest directness. Kostenko maintains this element in Marusia Churai and, as always, does ................
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