The Siege of Bush

"The Siege of Bush" is a historical novel by the Ukrainian writer Mykhailo Starytskyi, published in 1898. The book tells about the events that took place during the siege of the Ukrainian village of Busha during the Cossack war against Polish rule in the 17th century. The main character, Cossack Mykhailo Glinka, joins the fight against the Polish army, which is besieging his native village. The story depicts the brutality of war, the heroism and suffering of the Cossacks, as well as the complexity of the moral choices the characters face. "The Siege of Bush" is an important work of Ukrainian literature, which shows the struggle of the Ukrainian people for freedom and independence. In the book, the author successfully combines historical facts with artistic creation, creating picturesque images and conveying the moods and feelings of the characters. "The Siege of Bush" draws attention to important national issues and reminds us of the heroic deeds of the Ukrainian people in the past.