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Hrytsko Chubay. Skoromovka ne dlya vovka. (Patter Not For A Hatter) (71.64UAH, $15.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:22:14 +0200

This book is unique! Above all � because it was created by one of the most amazing, the lightest, finest, brightest, most mysterious Ukrainian poets of the 20th century � the legendary Hrygory Chubay. And this book is unique because it now sees the light of the day... for the first time!

Oleh Pavlyshyn. Nezakincheny roman. (2CD+DVD). /digi-pack/. (Unfinished Novel) (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:17:04 +0200

Oleh Pavlyshyn is now developing the field of the Ukrainian romance � and this, in fact, says it all. This is neither pop, nor variety art � this is something third, something special. The line here is very thin � but here, it seems, it is respected.

V.Svidzinsky. Chudesna trostka. (Wonderful Cane) (76.14UAH, $16.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 12:04:44 +0200

Fairy-tales by the classicist, one of the greatest poets of the 20th century Volodymyr Svidzinsky were published in journals as early as in the 1930s, and then they were unjustly forgotten, along with their author. Only in recent years, the Ukrainian reader has re-discovered the amazing fairy-tale world of poetry by this "quiet genius"...

the Maneken. Live at Arena Concert Plaza. (CD+DVD). /digi-pack/. (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:58:58 +0200

Actually, in Europe, America, even Japan the Maneken is, probably, known even better than at home. But, fortunately, the situation is gradually leveling. Quality is valued everywhere, it is almost impossible to imitate it � at least, when it comes to music and the attentive listener. And this musician offers a high-quality benchmark...

Ukrainian Folk Tales with Knots: Magic. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:51:21 +0200

...you will wander into the fascinating world of the Ukrainian fairy tales in which brave and wise heroes experience unusual and dangerous adventures. However, they always get help from devoted friends, and the golden-mane horse is able to not only protect, but also to obtain the desired victory for its master...

Stefan Nederytsa. Healing of the Soul. "The Book of the Living" Series. (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:45:07 +0200

Offering to your attention � the very first disc by Stepan Nederitsa, with which, in due time, the original "The Book of the Living" series started.

W.E. (DVD). (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:37:45 +0200

W.E. tells the story of two fragile but determined women � Wally Winthrop and Wallis Simpson � separated by more than six decades. In 1998, lonely New Yorker Wally is obsessed with what she perceives as the ultimate love story: King Edvard's VIII's abdication of the British throne for the woman he loved, American divorce Wallis Simpson...

Nazariy Yaremchuk. The Golden Collection of the Ukrainian Variety Art. (49.14UAH, $10.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:33:13 +0200

Recently, we have often presented collections by Nazar Yaremchuk � and now we do it again. We do it happily � because the voice and songs by Nazar Yaremchuk certainly deserve not being forgotten.

Going the Distance. (DVD). (71.64UAH, $15.92USD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 11:27:55 +0200

...after six increasingly romantic weeks, neither is sure they want it to end. So despite the opposing coasts, naysaying friends and family and a few unexpected temptations, the couple just might have found something like love...

Stepan Bandera: Tsina svobody. (DVD). (the Price of Freedom) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 03 May 2012 13:58:23 +0200

100 years have passed since birth and 50 years � since death. But the figure of Stepan Bandera still raises a flurry of emotions. Actually, these emotions are too much. While there is not enough information. We offer you an unbiased story about Stepan Bandera, his life and work.

Ruslana. HEY-phori-YEAH. (EU-phori-A) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:00:31 +0200

"HEY-phori-YEAH" is an album of charged songs. These are 9 tracks, each of them having its own "sound of joy", "sound of drive". In old Slavic circle dances, plyaskas, hlopushkas and even liturgies, Ruslana discovered elements new for pop music...

Ivan Andrusyak. Zviryacha abetka. (Animals' Alphabet) (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:56:55 +0200

The "animal" poems by once very serious and adult poet Ivan Andrusyak: will introduce your kid to wildlife � both familiar and exotic one; they will entertain not only your kid, but you as well; and, most importantly: with all of this "animalism", with a smile and thought, letters are remembered and form words easily and naturally!

Dazzle Dreams. Diva. /digi-pack/. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:53:19 +0200

..this is a step towards club music that is absolutely able to live outside of clubs � an attempt to hint at something more meaningful than just mysterious entourage. An attempt is successful � there is the style, there is the taste. Finally, the new album to some extent may be considered as a return to aesthetics of the first album...

The Tafiychuks family group. Vesillya v Kryvorivni. /digi-pack/. (Wedding in Kryvorivnya) (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:49:56 +0200

Several years ago, the 2-disc album by the Tafiychuks family band was released � "Hutsul Tunes". Now, only a few copies of that release have been left � so, we offer the same recordings in a new design. Disc two � wedding music.

O.Ohulchansky. Skarb Solonoho lymanu. (Treasure of the Salty Estuary) (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:46:36 +0200

Do you know what a morvik is and who baba-nosariha and a flatfish wolf are? And what treasures are hidden in Salty Estuary? A great Ukrainian writer, Oleksiy Ohulchansky, answers these and many other questions. He answers them so that his adventure stories have thrilled more than one generation of the Ukrainian children.

Igor Zavadsky. The Fairy Journey. (DVD). (148.14UAH, $32.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:13:04 +0200

This DVD presents a recording of a holiday charity concert by Igor Zavadsky held on his birthday on January, 20 2010. Traditionally, in addition to performance by Igor Zavadsky, the disc offers performances by guests of his concert � plus, this release includes a video track for "Libertango".

Iryna Zinkovska. Nizhna pisnya... (A Tender Song...) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:10:27 +0200

...Finally, Iryna Zinkovska has a voice with which one can feel very confident in any genre � variety art, pop, jazz � a beautiful voice, no doubt. This is only about the will � and, in this case, it is definitely present, otherwise there would be no difference in style among the different albums.

Hryhoriy Falkovych. Chuder-nasky Zoo. (Wonder-full Zoo) (31.14UAH, $6.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:04:10 +0200

On the pages of this little book, the reader will discover little witty versed "portraits" of such animals as Dykopas, Kozyubochka... Rhymes of the poems are easy to reproduce, funny descriptions of cute animals will help your child to feel the essence of humor, and who knows � maybe, your daughter or son will start rhyming themselves.

The Tafiychuks family group. Music of Carpathian Valleys. /digi-pack/. (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 18:59:09 +0200

Jamala. For Every Heart: Live at Arena Concert Plaza. (CD+DVD). /digi-pack/. (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:42:23 +0200

The concert performance � it is different, and not only due to presence of a new song. The sound, nuances of arrangements, team of musicians � but, above all � the energy. And this is the case when, even while just listening to the recording, you experience a kind of happening � not least due to Jamala's affection for gospel.

Zaliznyak L. Ukrajinci: vytoky ta istorychni doli. (Ukrainians: origins and historical destinies) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:34:19 +0200

The presented book includes a number of papers devoted to issues of the Ukrainian ethnogenesis. It clearly and reasonably outlines the author's views of origins of Indo-Europeans and Slavs, presents criticism of pseudoscientific theories � both ultrapatriotic and Ukrainophobic one...

Stoned Jesus. Seven Thunders Roar. /digi-pack/. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:27:44 +0200

This is something new, born due to deep immersion into the old � perhaps, that is why the press release states: "Stoned Jesus play vintage rock in the best tradition of the '70s, inspired not only by heavy blues, early progressive and classical psychedelics, but even grunge, stoner and post-hardcore of the '90s"...

Skryabin. radio Lyubov. (Love radio) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:01:30 +0200

The new album by "Skryabin" is soft, somewhat nostalgic, and simple in a positive sense. In general, of course, there is a difference between banal fatigue and the desire to hold a moment of warm comfort � but here it will hardly be possible to draw this line. Finally, the album � it is about something different.

Odnorozhenko O. Ukrajins'ka /rus'ka/ elita. (Ukrainian /Ruthenian/ Elite) (148.14UAH, $32.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:54:48 +0200

The publication highlights the key stages of development of Ukrainian (Ruthenian) military and political elites in the Middle Ages and early modern times. It traces their impact on functioning of Ukrainian (Ruthenian) state structures and preservation of the Ruthenian identity...

Serce Jennifer. Serce Jennifer. (Jennifer's Heart) (49.14UAH, $10.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:42:02 +0200

The band offers pop-rock to the audience � and does it successfully, during the three years the guys have managed to express themselves loudly enough, to "pop up" on large scenes and on the web. So, quite a lot of people were looking forward to the release of the first official album � and, we believe, the fans will not be disappointed.

Kraamola. Kraamola. (EP). (44.64UAH, $9.92USD)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:32:52 +0200

..the debut mini-album by the Kyiv group "Kraamola". Despite the relatively small content � four songs plus a bonus � the work definitely manages to catch with its energy, a powerful message. And it's not just that the music is heavy � thus, by definition, it is tense, charged with energy.

Smoliy V., Stepankov V. Petro Doroshenko: A Political Portrait. (134.64UAH, $29.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:31:40 +0200

The work, involving an extensive range of sources, reproduces the hystorical portrait of one of the most charismatic political leaders of the Cossack Ukraine in the middle and second half of the 17th century. His life and activity are covered against the broad background of international relations in the Central and Eastern Europe

Maria Burmaka. Children's album: Second release. (+ karaoke). /digi-pack/. (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:23:32 +0200

The idea seems to be simple: to record an album of children's songs in an adult way � in a good studio, with quality arrangements, professional musicians, normal instruments. Without marmalade in voices, without neglect. Yes, the idea is simple � but for some reason its adequacy is not obvious for everyone...

Vladimir Shabaltas. Missing Person. /digi-pack/. (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:26:26 +0200

It was his last gig as a leader. As he said, he gave this concert while he felt hungry for jazz and real improvisation. And it was a very inspired, enthusiastic gig, which Shabaltas liked a lot, and wanted it to be released as a CD. All we can do is to make it happen after he's tragically gone...

Stefan Nederytsa. Slavic Soul. Restoration of the endocrine system (humoral regulation). (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:15:37 +0200

Humoral regulation is coordination of vital processes of the organism carried through the body's fluids (blood, lymph, and the tissue fluid) by special substances � hormones. Hormones are biologically active substances secreted by endocrine glands and having a targeted effect on other organs and tissues.

Sergey Ivanov. Jazz from Amadea. /digi-pack/. (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:07:38 +0200

...this is also the first Ukrainian jazz album of 2012. Externally � the ordinary minimalism, the classical trio: keyboards, bass, drums. This team worked for some time at the ocean liner "Amadea", hence, actually, and album's title. While internally � the same minimalism, but flavored with imagination and endurance simultaneously.

Igor Zavadsky. 9th Planet. (2CD). (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:50:41 +0200

In the "9th Planet" the chronological period to which the musical pieces included in the CD refer was expanded now ranging from the XVI cent. to the XXI cent., which is a half of a millennium! The repertoire�s genre variety was also widened: Igor played rock and world�s pop hits of the XX and XXI century for the first time.

Igor Zavadsky. The Kyiv Chord. (DVD). (148.14UAH, $32.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:38:54 +0200

This DVD, as well as the first one, is also two-sided. On the first side, apart from own performance by Igor Zavadsky, one can see performances�by guests at the concert. On the second side � a�documentary about Igor Zavadsky, fragments of guests' performances at his previous concerts, and other video materials.

Marenych Trio. Marenych Trio Singing. /digi-pack/. (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:29:07 +0200

These songs are already more than twenty years old, but they are still loved. After all, who does not know Marenychy Trio? Maybe, someone who has not listened to Ukrainian music at all. But, from now on, it can be easily corrected, and it's worth it. Listen to any song on this disc � and you will want to hear it again and again...

Yefremov Serhiy. Schodennyk. Pro dni mynuli. (Diary. On Past Days: memoir). (134.64UAH, $29.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:18:03 +0200

The memoir and the youth diary by the famous Ukrainian literature researcher and social and political activist Serhiy Efremov cover the national social life in the Ukraine subordinated to Russia in the period from the second half of the 19th century through 1906. The book will be interesting for all those indifferent to the history of the national liberation movement.

The Best Video Clips of Ukraine � 4. (DVD). (76.14UAH, $16.92USD)

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:57:39 +0200

Songs in Ukrainian, Russian, English.
Video format - PAL
DVD Region: ALL

Yuriy Vynnychuk. Vikna zastyhloho chasu. (The Windows of Time Frozen) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:24:52 +0200

In this book by Jury Vynnychuk, a wonderful world seen through a child's eyes arises, where reality is intertwined with fantasy, and a fairy tale � with reality, where sorceress and witches are as commonplace as chimney sweepers or yard keeper...

Igor Zavadsky. Ave Love. (2CD). (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:20:31 +0200

"Ave Love" is the 8 th music album by Igor Zavadsky. "Ave" (Latin: "angel's greeting") in some other languages, for example, in German, means both "hi" and "goodbye"... All recordings of the album "Ave Love" were made at Zavadsky's concerts in the period between January 21, 2008 and January 21, 2009.

Kung Fu Panda 2. (DVD). (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:07:55 +0200

In KUNG FU PANDA 2, Po is now living his dream as The Dragon Warrior, protecting the Valley of Peace alongside his friends and fellow kung fu masters, The Furious Five. But Po's new life of awesomeness is threatened by the emergence of a formidable villain, who plans to use a secret, unstoppable weapon to conquer China and destroy kung fu...

Igor Zavadsky. Maximus. (2CD). (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:50:36 +0200

"Maximus" � "maximum of music". In general, the word "maximum" is one of key words in work by Igor Zavadsky. He is a maximalist in everything and tries to achieve maximum quality, honesty, interest and exclusivity. The musician is in a constant search for new repertoire and forms of sounding for his instrument...

Hapochka. Etap. /digi-pack/. (Stage) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:28:39 +0200

..this album has been expected for so long as since 2010 � when "Hapochka" joined the top ten groups of the world according to the GBOB Competition's version. Well � the album appears good, powerful. There is no sweet stuff � powerful rock sound, interesting details in the arrangements, and the lyrics are not empty either.

Marenych Trio. Vesna. /digi-pack/. (Spring) (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:20:57 +0200

This release, distinguished Audience, represents the last studio work by the renowned group of true artists. Even authors' songs � both their own and by other artists � are stylistically intertwined with the Ukrainian folk song...

Boyovy Hopak. /DivX/. (Combat Hopak) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:16:00 +0200

The disc contains a collection of materials � show performances, comments of historians, an interview of the founder of the modern combat hopak school � which may to some extent illustrate foundations and the status of the martial art in today's Ukraine.

Sanchenko A. Narysy bursy. (College Sketches) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:10:05 +0200

These are seventeen stories of college life � of Kherson Maritime Fishing Industry College � "Tyulka" (The Whitebait). Each of these sketches (based on the author's definition of the genre) is a bright, sincere, funny and witty piece imbued with living irony and lyricism.

Igor Zavadsky. The Birthday. (DVD). (148.14UAH, $32.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:54:06 +0200

The first DVD by Igor Zavadsky with a recording of a concert held in Kyiv Academic Operetta Theatre. This is a double-sided DVD. One side presents the first part of the concert � solo pieces by Igor Zavadsky. The other � the second part of the concert attended by accordionists from around the world.

Marenych Trio. Try topoli. /digi-pack/. (Three Poplars) (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:48:14 +0200

"Three Poplars" is the first CD by Marenych Trio. The greatest treasure of Ukrainians are songs, they reflect the soul of the nation. And the Marenych family, as no one else, have managed to successfully interpret the finest examples of folk and author songs � and to retain at that the pristine beauty of the melodie...

Bochenski Ja. Ovid Nazon � the Poet. (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:38:20 +0200

The novel by the famous Polish writer born in Lviv Jacek Bochenski vividly depicts the tragic fate of the brilliant poet Publius Ovid Nazon � the creator of "Love Elegies", "Art of Love", "Means against Love", the famous "Metamorphoses", "Sad Elegies", "Letters from Pontus" and other works.

Svyatoslav Vakarchuk. Brussels. /digi-pack/. (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 01:35:42 +0200

The main thing is that this music is not committed to a certain style, but rather to a certain brand, a quality of expression. So, if for the sake of this quality one needs to add some atypical colors � it happens in an easy and natural way. Such a cool simplicity. At the same time � it is a team play, in which no one pulls the blanket over himself.

Igor Zavadsky. Mysterium. (2CD). (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:56:50 +0200

"Mystery" is the sixth album and the continued music performance anthology by Igor Zavadsky, where capacities of the accordion in various genres are demonstrated as extensively as possible: classics, jazz, avant-garde, modern adaptations of folk and popular music.

Yuriy Vynnychuk. Tayemnytsi lvivskoyi kavy. /fourth edition, extended and updated/. (Secrets of Lviv Coffee) (67.14UAH, $14.92USD)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:49:44 +0200

Lviv and coffee are inseparable. Ancient traditions of consuming this drink, quotes by famous people, secrets of brewing coffee, fascinating legends, interesting stories � all these in the book by Yuri Vynnychuk "Secrets of Lviv Coffee"

Stefan Nederytsa. The Mozart Effect: a music therapy session. (DVD). (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:41:16 +0200

The disc contains video recording of one of music therapy sessions conducted by Stepan Nederitsa � a professional musician, conductor, music therapist. In this case, this is a general health improvement therapy session, without an emphasis on a narrow issue.

Igor Zavadsky. Festival. (2CD). (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:27:24 +0200

"Festival" is the fifth consecutive album by Igor Zavadsky, it consists of two discs. In addition to solo performances, a duo with the accordion, and the performance accompanied by a chamber orchestra, for the first time on the disc Igor Zavadsky used the sound of his instrument as part of a large symphonic orchestra and choir.

Valeriy Shevchuk. Try lystky za viknom. (Three Leaves Behind the Window) (98.64UAH, $21.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:54:00 +0200

The novel "Three Leaves Behind the Window" is duly considered virtually the most outstanding work by Valery Shevchuk. It was for this novel that the writer has been awarded with two most prestigious awards � Shevchenko Award and Antonovych Foundation Award.

Stefan Nederytsa. Kateryna Yehorushkina. Budynochok z vody. "Music fairy-tale therapy for children" series. /book + CD /. (House of Water) (98.64UAH, $21.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:47:14 +0200

"The House of Water" is the second book in the "Music Fairy-Tales Therapy" series. This time the author offers us a wonderful story about the Boy Ra, his studies at the School of the Golden Dolphin and friendship with the kind Dolphin Keeper.

Stefan Nederytsa. Bach Effect. Active Thinking (alpha-, beta-waves). (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:36:09 +0200

"It is proved that Bach's music, like no other one, activates functioning of the brain. I recommend everyone to use music by Bach recorded on the disc while studying foreign languages, preparing for exams, learning new teaching material..." Stephan Nederitsa

Hryhoriy Falkovych. (and others). Khvatski virshi / Beshketni virshi. (Daring Poems / Mischievous Poems) (85.14UAH, $18.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:32:11 +0200

The first part is poems by Hryhoriy Falkovych: his children's poems are surprisingly bright, sincere, and, certainly, modern. Funny � but in their own way wise and light. The second part consists of children's poems by Russian poets (including, for example, Daniil Harms) in Ukrainian translation by Halyna Malyk.

Khvylyovy M. Valdshnepy (Woodcocks) / Sokil A. Ahlaya. (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:26:52 +0200

"Woodcocks" is a book that has long ago taken its due space on the shelf of the Ukrainian classics. "Ahlaya" is an unprecedented phenomenon of the Ukrainian literature, which, we hope, will launch a good tradition...

Stefan Nederytsa. Two Hearts. Music for Those In Love. (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:55:47 +0200

...Its purpose is light joy, elated mood, and inner ease. It's simple: a person who feels light and happy in his soul is able to share the joy with his/her relatives, and with the entire world in general. That's what we wish to you.

Volodymyr Rutkivsky. Syni Vody. Historical Novel in Two Volumes. (Blue Water) (139.14UAH, $30.92USD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:31:53 +0200

Winner of the "BBC Book of the Year 2011" Award! ...Year 1361. Following the will of fate, Volyn prince Dmytro Bobrok finds himself in the epicenter of the events that ultimately lead to the battle at Syni Vody � one of the biggest battles in the history of the ancient Ukraine...

Kyrylo Halushko. Peoples, Ethnic Groups, Nations... Find Any Differences. The "Likbez-Abetka" series. (44.64UAH, $9.92USD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:24:36 +0200

Knowing differences among the concepts of "ethnic group", "people", "nation" is essential not only for understanding events of the past, but also to realize the logic of contemporary political and social processes. In the book, the reader will find answers to the questions that often arise in everyday life not only among ordinary citizen...

Oleh Skrypka. Three Albums: A Collection. 3 CDs, box-set. /digi-pack/. (214.56UAH, $47.68USD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:15:18 +0200

Three cult solo albums by Oleh Skrypka ("Inkoly" (Sometimes), "Vidrada" (Joy) and "Zhorzhyna" (Dahlia)) in a premium CD box. Collection release, limited edition, digi-pack.

Vasyl Stus. Selected Works. Compiled by D. Stus. "Shistdesyatnyky" Series. (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:49:13 +0200

This is the first full presentation of the Magadan version of the "Palimpsests" collection. Moreover, poetic legacy of V.Stus is represented by selected poems. The book represents well epistolary heritage of the poet, key pieces of criticism and publicist performances. Works of criticism dedicated to creative writing by Vasyl Stus covering half a century.

Valeriy i Sandra: Correspondence between Valery Marchenko and Sandra Fappiano. (44.64UAH, $9.92USD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:44:12 +0200

Today the "Asian barbarism" of the police state that trampled the fate of Valery and many other Ukrainian political prisoners as ideological enemies really seems incredible. But recently enough it was a "norm" of our life. So, let's read this light, though painful, document of the era, to that the barbarity never happened again.

Maria Burmaka. Ne zabuvayet'sya Lyubov... New and the Best Love Songs. / digi-pack /. (Love Cannot Be Forgotten) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:55:23 +0200

Maria Burmaka with all of her sincerity, reluctance to pretend and to hide, now, as well as twenty years ago, really touches with her songs, not just hangs on threads like a puppet. Maybe, the thing is that these songs � are really owned by her? Whatever, this is a great opportunity to once again meet the soft light of Maria Burmaka.

Arkhiv Rostrilyanoho Vidrodzhennya: materials of archived investigation cases against Ukrainian writers in 1920s-1930s. Ed. by O. Ushkalov and L. Ushkalov. (The Archive of the Executed Renaissance) (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:48:17 +0200

This book contains materials of archived investigation cases against seven Ukrainian writers of the Executed Renaissance: Mieczyslaw Haska, Volodymyr Gzhytsky, Myroslav Irchan, Jakov Kalnytsky, Oleksa Slisarenko, Ivan Tkachuk and Myhaylo Yalovy � stored in archives of Kharkiv.

Laura Marti, Kristina Marti. Krunk. Armenian jazz project. /digi-pack/. (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:35:51 +0200

..despite the Oriental sophistication of the melodies and intricacy of the rhythms � it is very European music, in fact. And it is not so much about the jazz vein, rather about the ability to avoid the superfluous, which, with such richness and emotional intensity of the music, is a true feat.

Kruty: a tribute collection to heroes of Kruty. Ed. by Zinkevych O., Zinkevych N. (71.64UAH, $15.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:32:44 +0200

On January 29, 1918, an extremely tragic event in the Ukrainian history took place � the battle near Kruty. The UPR government, finding itself deprived of its troops, threw for confronting the Russian army approaching Kyiv a few hundreds of poorly armed Ukrainian students and schoolchildren. Almost all of them died in the unequal battle...

Dislocados. Pasaporte Universal. /digi-pack/. (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:19:22 +0200

Frankly speaking, none of the Umka.com.ua team was a fan of Hard Salsa � but, believe me, this in no way prevented us from enjoying what we heard. A very sunny, powerful work � and even an arrangement of the famous "Billie Jean" sounds completely organic here. However, it is not surprising...

Hyrych I. Kyiv v ukrajinskiy istorii. Research Articles on Kyiv. (Kyiv in the Ukrainian History) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 22:04:37 +0200

This book is a collection of articles and materials on the history of Kyiv written by the historian and researcher during the 1990s-2000s. Their main theme is significance of Kyiv and its relics in the history of the national liberation movement in the 19th-early 20th centuries.

Selihey P. Movna svidomist: struktura, typolohia, vykhovannya. (Language Consciousness: structure, typology, education) (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 01:18:20 +0200

The work offers the definition and outlines the structure of the concept of "language consciousness". The author finds out its role as a factor of the linguistic behavior, a precondition for language stability and the language order in a state. The book considers principles, methods, channels, and the essence of language education of citizens in Ukraine.

Ivan Dziuba. Ye poety dlya epokh. Essay on works by Lina Kostenko. (There are Poets for Epochs) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 01:08:45 +0200

This book combines two unique creative individuals, whose names have long been speaking for themselves. An inspired essay by Ivan Dzyuba on Lina Kostenko's creativity is consonant with the conversation with the poet, in which she first describes her life within the Word so earnestly and comprehensively.

Larry Crowne. (DVD). (76.14UAH, $16.92USD)

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:49:53 +0200

When he suddenly finds himself without his long-standing blue-collar job, Larry Crowne (Hanks) enrolls at his local college to start over. There, he becomes part of an eclectic community of students and develops a crush on his teacher (Roberts). Now this simple guy will discover that when you think everything worth having has passed you by, you just might find your reason to live.

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. (DVD). (76.14UAH, $16.92USD)

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:46:06 +0200

"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" is the first film of the trilogy based on the world's bestseller "Millennium" by the Swedish writer Stieg Larsson. Reporter Mikael Blomkvist (Daniel Craig) is employed by one of the richest Swedish industrialists to find the murderer of his niece, who disappeared 40 years ago...

Insight, Nino Katamadze. Green. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:29:32 +0200

Very transparent, juicy, quiet and confident and yet full of irrepressible life � this is what this work appears like. Stylistically, it continues the trend including the albums "Black" and "Red" � the pure jazz-rock line, with no direct immersions into the lounge or symphonicity. But in a much softer, tender version.

Korczak Ja. Pryhody korolya Macyusya. (Adventures of King Matt) (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:25:23 +0200

The small Matsyus was not yet able to either read or write when after the death of his father he had to take his seat on the throne. But for Felek, a simple smart boy, Matsyus would never discover that lots of children in his kingdom lived in extreme poverty. To improve their lives, Matsyus created a children's parliament...

Rock-H. In Vinko Veritas. /digi-pack/. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:19:27 +0200

"In Vinko Veritas" is the first Ukrainian rock album in 2012. Moreover, this is the first album in the discography of "Rokash" � the group that only a couple of months ago, by the way, became a "Chervona Ruta" laureate. Well, one can confidently say that the start � regarding the both facts � is fortunate!

Alla Zagaykevych, Electroacoustic's Ensemble. Nord/Ouest. /eco-pack/. (67.14UAH, $14.92USD)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:10:29 +0200

This recording based on reconsiderations of Rivne Polissya folklore � it is a really strange journey through abandoned places and forgotten memories, mystical and routine at the same time...

Andersen H.Ch. Kresalo. (Flintstone) (121.14UAH, $26.92USD)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:05:55 +0200

The famous "Flintstone" by Andersen is the latest book illustrated by the unequalled master of the Ukrainian publishing graphics Vladyslav Yerko � the holder of honorary titles of arts, the winner of a number of prestigious exhibitions. The expressive and, as ever, filigree illustrations by Yerko take one's breath away.

Pocheptsov H. Kontrol nad rozumom. (Control of the Mind) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:09:36 +0200

The book makes use of a large amount of information to analyze information mechanisms of the contemporary society. Objects of the analysis are such historical phenomena as perestroika and GKChP, occultism and Freemasonry, Hollywood and the Harvard project, mega-churches and new strategic approaches to state governance...

Victor Pavlik. Kimnata v seredyni moho sercia. (Room in the Middle of My Heart) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:28:59 +0200

In our opinion, it is the album "Room in the Middle of my Heart" that turns out the best studio album among Viktor Pavlik's works � and it still remains such. So, it is very nice that this disc is now re-issued in good quality � we believe it has not lost its relevance, as good drinks and elegant clothes do not lose it...

Valeriy Shevchuk. Dim na hori. /new edition/. (House on the Hill) (85.14UAH, $18.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:20:24 +0200

"A new (full) edition of the novel by the outstanding contemporary Ukrainian writer." It is this � and only this � that the publisher indicated in the annotation. Perhaps because this is one of the most famous and the best novels in the Ukrainian literature, at least in the latest 50 years, or even more.

Folklore National Rite Ensemble "Rodoslav". P.1,2. (2CD). (112.14UAH, $24.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:11:00 +0200

The group is experienced and high-quality, it has been existing since 1991, it tours quite a lot � but the two-disc collection that you now see is the first official album by the ensemble. Well, this is the case when it is better late than never � because these musicians are worth knowing.

Antypovych T. Chronos. (71.64UAH, $15.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:03:49 +0200

"Chronos" is a futurological novel with an exceptionally impressive plot and meticulously painful look at the world of state-of-the-art technologies and eternal human temptations. Through the image of a cosmopolitan society in the new book by this extremely gifted young writer, an intricate projection on the modern Ukraine loom...

Smart Puzzles. Pory roku ta inoplanetyanyn Yasha. 126 puzzles + mini-encyclopedia. (5+). (Seasons and Alien Yasha) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:54:40 +0200

Puzzles introducing the world of plants. 126 puzzles in 9 blocks plus a mini-encyclopedia. A didactic game for children of the preschool and early school age (5+).

Victor Pavlik. Osvidchennya. Live. /2CD/. (Confession) (85.14UAH, $18.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:46:09 +0200

This is a fresh recording, because it represents Kyiv concert of 2011 in the Ukraine Palace. And � it's just a good concert recording. Both in terms of quality � everything is heard well, nobody damps anyone, makes any noise. And in terms of the program � it is no coincidence, perhaps, that the release covers almost the entire concert, 2 hours of music.

Smart Puzzles. Tvaryny ta inoplanetyanyn Yasha. 126 puzzles + mini-encyclopedia. (5+). (Animals and Alien Yasha) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:34:51 +0200

Puzzles introducing to the animal world. 126 puzzles in 9 blocks plus an animal mini-encyclopedia. A didactic game for children of the preschool and early school age (5+).

Yuri Tyutyunnyk: from the "Two" to GPU. Documents and materials. (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:59:11 +0200

These original materials are published for the first time and are of great scientific and socio-political importance, since they not only shed light on life and work of one of the most prominent Ukrainian military leaders, but also contain lots of information about the Ukrainian liberation movement in the early 1920...

Mykhaylo Koval', The Ensemble of traditional ethnic music "Buttya". Velyky Khutir. (Large Farmstead) (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:56:20 +0200

In 1997 in a folklore expedition, unsurpassed singing of original songs presented on this disc was recorded. Within the collaborative project of Kyiv ensemble "Buttya" and Myhaylo Koval, these gems of folk art can be heard by fans of multi-voice authentic a capella singing.

Milosz Cz. Velyke knyazivstvo literatury. Selected essays. (The Grand Princedom of Literature) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:50:03 +0200

Czeslaw Milosz is one of the bunch of Polish literature's classic authors, but also � one of those writers who the Polish culture of the second half of the twentieth century owes for its modern face. Essays of the Nobel Prize laureate collected in the book introduce to the Ukrainian reader a brilliant intellectual, his spiritual biography...

Educational Puzzles. Chytalochka. 48 puzzles. (4+). (Reader) (62.64UAH, $13.92USD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:22:24 +0200

With games of the "Educational Puzzles" series, your kid will study with more fun and curiosity. The child will love to be introduced to letters and sounds, will make the first steps towards reading and expand his/her understanding of the world around.

Smart Puzzles. Tsikava lohopedia. 128 puzzles. (3+). (Interesting Speech Therapy) (80.64UAH, $17.92USD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:19:34 +0200

Puzzles that help improve the child's sound pronunciation. A didactic game for children of the preschool and early school age (3+).

Perkalaba. Dido. /digi-pack/. (Grandpa) (84.83UAH, $18.85USD)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:39:01 +0200

..it seems that in the sense of music Perkalaba has returned to the wave it started from � but in fact this is essentially different music played with more or less the same instruments. Such a trick � so I advise you to listen very carefully. Maybe � you will visit the Mystical Theater of Shadows on Perforated Cardboard...

Koval R. Otaman Zeleny. Historical essay. /second edition, extended, corrected/. (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:30:44 +0200

The book tells us about the chieftain of the rebel Dniprovska division, Zeleny (Danylo Terpylo), his dramatic relationship with Simon Petlyura, fighting against the Red Army and Denikin troops in 1919-1921.

Nina Matvienko, Ancient Music Ensemble of Kostjantin Chechenja. Vsyakomu Horodu Nrav i Prava. /premium release, digi-pack/. (Every City to Have Its Habits and Laws) (89.64UAH, $19.92USD)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:25:35 +0200

The new studio album by Nina Matvienko introduces us to still little known facets of the famous singer's talent. The nineteen compositions dating from the 16th-18th centuries belong to the so-called "Hetman Era" � the epoch of formation and blossoming of the Ukrainian Baroque. The unique pieces were restored based on ancient manuscript...

KoraLLi. Ye! /digi-pack/. (76.14UAH, $16.92USD)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:11:13 +0200

The guys determine their style as funk-punk. The definition is quite true � because in the mood and textual content this is really close to punk, and not always in its pop version. And the music is really pretty well seasoned with funk feint...

Vopli Vidopliassova. Seven Albums: A Collection. 7 CDs, box-set. /digi-pack/. (498.64UAH, $110.81USD)

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 01:57:31 +0200

The anniversary deluxe release commemorated to the 25th anniversary of VV (limited edition: 250 copies). A unique collection release designed in the form of an elegant CD box for 7 digi-pack format discs representing all numbered studio albums by VV. All the albums have genuine artistic design and the highest quality of sound.

Maria Pylypchak. Kolyskovi. /book + CD/. (Lullabies) (202.14UAH, $44.92USD)

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:13:23 +0200

The collection includes over a hundred folk lullabies recorded by the author in various regions of Ukraine. They represent a real living tradition and may be useful for young mothers and all those wishing to explore this sacred layer of the music and poetic culture of Ukrainians. Besides, this edition includes an audio CD with authentic lullabies.

Yuliya Roma. Raduysya. Ukrainian carols. /digi-pack/. (Rejoice) (58.14UAH, $12.92USD)

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:50:13 +0200

To enrich them with modern colors without destroying the subtle paths of the light joy inherent in Christmas carols and shchedrivkas � which is not an easy task. Since it requires great attention and tolerance. Finally, it just requires love for this music, for the roots � and love that is creative. And it seems � they have succeeded.

My ne ye ukrajinofilamy. The Polish political thought about Ukraine and Ukrainians. (We Are Not Ukrainophiles) (116.64UAH, $25.92USD)

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:02:19 +0200

The anthology contains texts by Polish political thinkers of the 1890s-1980s focusing on Ukrainian-Polish relations, the problem of Ukrainians' and Poles' coexistence in lands of the ethnic borderland, the issue of Ukraine's independence and possible scenarios for development of relations between Ukraine and Poland as independent states.

S.K.A.Y. 10. /digi-pack/. (53.64UAH, $11.92USD)

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 13:04:50 +0200

In the end of 2011, the group "S.K.A.I." loudly celebrated the 10th anniversary of its existence with a big concert in Kyiv � and with releasing, in fact, the anniversary collection, which you see now. The collection includes the best songs from all the three numbered albums released by the group during this time.