The book "Creations, volume 2, book 1" is the second volume of the edition, which contains five volumes of the collection of works of the great Ukrainian writer Taras Shevchenko. This book contains the author's poetry, prose works, and correspondence. The texts cover a wide range of topics: from patriotic songs, where Shevchenko notes the importance of the struggle for the independence of the Ukrainian people, to lyrical poems in which the writer reproduces his own experiences and thoughts. "Works, volume 2, book 1" is a separate selection of works that allows readers to better understand the talent and depth of work of Taras Shevchenko, known not only in Ukraine, but also abroad. This book will become a valuable addition to the library of every fan of Ukrainian literature and culture.