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The Beech Land (Букова земля) is a sweeping historical novel by Maria Matios, one of Ukraine’s most acclaimed contemporary writers. Spanning the turbulent 19th and 20th centuries in Bukovina, the story intricately weaves the fates of several generations of families, set against the backdrop of wars, political upheaval, and shifting borders. Through rich language and emotionally charged storytelling, Matios explores themes of identity, betrayal, resilience, and the enduring power of land and memory.