"Svoi lyudi — sochtemsma" is a work of the Ukrainian writer Ivan Nechui-Levytsky, which is written in the form of pseudo-musical narratives. The book consists of a number of humorous stories that describe the life of a peasant community and various characters. The author successfully combines satire with a deep understanding of the Ukrainian peasantry, its customs, traditions and life values. Light language and lively humor make this book memorable and exciting for the reader. "Svoi lyudi — sochtemsma" is a kind of gallery of bright images that transports the reader to the world of the Ukrainian province of the 19th century.