"Sub-Colonel Kovalev" is a classic work of Ukrainian literature, written by Mykhailo Bulgakov. This novel tells the story of events in the Russian Empire in the middle of the 19th century, where the main character, Lieutenant Colonel Kovalev, goes to serve in Tambov. During the trip, he encounters a variety of vicissitudes that accidentally lead him to an unusual discovery: in the morning, Kovaleva gets rid of his nose. This sudden unexpected loss leads to a series of comical and absurd situations where the hero tries to regain his dignity and find his lost nose. "Lieutenant Colonel Kovalev" is a deep philosophical work that reflects human aspirations to recognize oneself, one's roots and identity. Thanks to the richness of the speech, the depth of the content and the successful combination of the realities of the era, the author created a masterpiece that remains relevant even today.