Serhiy Plokhiy

The Gate of Europe. The History of Ukraine from the Scythian Wars to Independence

The book tells the story of our state in an interesting and accessible way from the time of Herodotus to the events in Eastern Ukraine today. This authoritative publication will help you better understand the events of the past, and through them - our present. The author focuses on Ukrainians as the largest demographic group, and later - the main force behind the creation of the modern nation. Find out how our ancestors "called the Varangians to reign", how our country fought for the right to be independent, went through the times of serfdom, communist terror and the Holodomor, World War II and finally gained independence.

"Gateway to Europe" is the true story of our country, our aspirations, and our lives! Immerse yourself in the memories of our ancestors and their destinies that determined our present!