Human: A classic, feminist, Ukrainian novella, in English for the first time.

By Olha Kobylianska

Olena is the oldest daughter in the family of Mr. Lyavfler, a wealthy forestry councillor living in Bukovina at the turn of the 19th century. Independent, educated and idealistic, she seems to be at odds with everything her world forces on her: parents who view her interests as worthless distractions, men who see her as a prize to be won, and a society that simply doesn't care. When Olena's parents pressure her to marry a wealthy suitor whom she doesn't love, it would seem that conflict is inevitable. but when hardships fall like hammer blows on the Lyavflers, what will she choose? Will she abandon her beliefs for the benefit of her family or stay true to her principles and face the consequences?

As fresh and topical as when it was written more than 100 years ago, "Human" offers a poignant analysis of duty, womanhood and humanity itself. Now, this novella is finally available in English - for the first time

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FSBQPLZW
• ISBN13: 9798265066053
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 174 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"