The Fourth Dimension. Chertene Wine — Roman Ivanychuk

The Fourth Dimension. Chertene Wine is a powerful two-part historical novel by Roman Ivanychuk. In The Fourth Dimension, the story unfolds in mid-19th century Ukraine, where the national spirit smolders beneath repression. The protagonist, Mykola Hulak — mathematician, jurist, public figure — helps found the Cyril-Methodius Brotherhood, refuses to condemn his work under arrest, and spends years in solitary confinement. In Chertene Wine, the narrative shifts to 1431, depicting the defense of Olesko Castle against King Jogaila’s forces. Though the battle is unequal, the defenders resolve to die so that their legacy remains as knights of memory. This unified volume (424 pages) interweaves political idealism, personal sacrifice, and historical drama.