Vasyl Symonenko (1935–1963) was a prominent Ukrainian poet and journalist whose influential writings played a pivotal role in igniting the Ukrainian resistance movement of the 1960s and 1970s.
Vasyl Symonenko's captivating works include "Tsar Plaksiy and Loskoton: Fairy Tales, Fables, and Short Stories,” “On Papers, Meetings, and Food: Articles, Reviews, and Essays,” and “It’s Better to Know What You Are Writing About: Articles, Reviews, Speeches, and Letters.”
The publication includes a selection of poems from the poet's lifetime, like "Silence and Thunder," as well as posthumous works such as "Earth Attraction" and "You Know That You Are a Person," along with some early pieces. Central to V. Symonenko’s oeuvre is a profound love for Ukraine, its people, and the distinct essence of individual identity. His poetry resonates with an urgent plea for empathy, urging us to cherish and safeguard every unique life. The poet's emphasis is always meaningful, tackling significant themes, while his artistry stands as a vibrant tribute to the beauty of the Ukrainian language.