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Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda
Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda
Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda
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A philosopher obstinately searching for truth in the 1700s, badgered by the church for speaking out on human rights and the hypocrisy of the ruling elite, Skovoroda was forced to live an unsettled life.


Hryhoriy Skovoroda (1722–1794), dubbed a “wandering” philosopher, was one of the most colourful figures in 18th century Ukraine. He spent most of his life travelling about the country and spoke out in defence of justice and freedom for the common folk, often to his own detriment. His songs became folk songs, and his parables helped drive philosophical thought in many Slavic countries.


Precursor is a panoramic, factually accurate novel, painting a realistic picture of life in the Russian Empire. It is an illustration of the epitaph on Skovoroda’s gravestone: “The world pursued me, but failed to catch me.”

LanguageEnglish
Release dateNov 30, 2021
ISBN9781914337543
Precursor: A Novel about Ukrainian Philosopher Hryhoriy Skovoroda

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