"Derevushka" is a literary masterpiece created by the famous Ukrainian writer Panas Mirny. This book describes the life of simple peasants in Ukraine in the 19th century. The author absorbed in his lines the wisdom of past generations, the tragic circumstances of the people's life and the emotional experiences of the heroes. The main character, Vasyl, a representative of serfs fighting for freedom and a better life, becomes a symbol of the national idea. His journey from a hopeless situation to a struggle for liberation will impress every reader. The author successfully combined realism and romanticism in this work, revealing the entire depth of the Ukrainian soul. "Derevushka" is a book that not only tells about the past, but also inspires thoughts about the future, about the important values of life and the eternity of spiritual ties with ancestors. Reading it gives a feeling of deep kinship with the region and its history, remaining in the heart of every reader for a long time.