Now that Ukraine's artistic masterpieces are threatened, it is more important than ever to understand, appreciate, and protect them. Shown in more than 200 color illustrations, this lavish overview of the nation's rich cultural history includes everything from Scythian gold, Byzantine icons, and wooden churches to gold-domed cathedrals, avant-garde masterpieces, and political art after the Orange Revolution. Insightful texts reveal the history and significance behind the pieces, many of which have rarely been seen outside their borders. A portion of the proceeds from sales of this book will go to PEN Ukraine, to help Ukrainian authors in need.