The Clouds (Khmary) – Ivan Nechuy-Levytskyi (Ukrainian Hardcover Classic)

The Clouds (Хмари), penned in the late 19th century by Ukrainian classic Ivan Nechuy-Levytskyi, is a profound socio-psychological novella exploring the inner world and moral struggles of the intelligentsia. Written between 1870–1871 and first published in 1874, this story marks a significant shift in Ukrainian literature by focusing on urban intellectuals rather than traditional peasant life.

Set against the era's turbulent ideological climate, The Clouds traces characters who grapple with doubt, ideals, and a search for purpose. They stumble, falter, yet rise again—striving to reconcile personal happiness with societal responsibility. Nechuy-Levytskyi masterfully evokes inner turmoil, hopes, and dreams, inviting readers to ponder whether after the darkest moments, hope might break through.

This Ukrainian hardcover edition, published by RIDNA MOVA (RM Publishing) in 2025, is part of the esteemed Відомі та незвідані (“Known and Unknown”) series. The book contains 584 pages, measures 150 × 225 mm, weighs approximately 524 g, and is printed on high-quality offset paper, with no illustrations—encouraging immersive imagination