How a dissident poet became Ukraine’s moral compass
A Ukrainian poet’s resilience in a Russian prison camp inspired fellow political prisoners to gather and sing carols, defying the cold and barbed wire. This story, part of a series celebrating Ukrainian literature, honors his enduring moral influence. It shines a light on the power of art and solidarity in the face of oppression.
Editor's Note: This story is part of the "Hidden Canon" – a special series celebrating Ukrainian classic literature and aiming to bring it to a wider international audience. The series is supported by the Ukrainian Institute.One Christmas Eve night, in a prison camp in the Russian republic of Mordov…
Kyiv Independent
