A Short History of Tractors In Ukrainian

Title: A Short History of Tractors In Ukrainian
Author: Marina Lewycka
Pages: 326
Yearly Count: 34

When coercion, manipulation and big boobs capture the attention of their ailing father, sisters Vera and Nadia try to rescue him from his doomed fate. Nevertheless, he is in love, and belives Valentina can do no wrong. Soon everyone will be aware of how deep her claws can dig in and refuse to let go. The History of Tractors In Ukrainian is a delightful and deep read all in one. I was stunned by the writing , which was bright and original. The matter of the elderly and how to care for them, and respect their wishes while still protecting them from harm is not something I had ever read about.

To me this book is a good read, seemingly light as it is packed with laughs and interesting situations, however the subject matter is deep and gives the book a great balance. I fell right into this one, and in the end pages when coming up again to my real world realized just how much I enjoyed it, as now I am sorry to close the book and say goodbye. It is an endearing read, and it took me somewhere I have never been before. I highly recommend this read- great summer not-to-heavy, not-to-light pick!

I can't wait to read something else she has written :) I found it very interesting that before writing novels she wrote informative non-fiction help books for caring for the elderly. To me she seems to be laughing in the face of society and saying- wake up! Take care of your elderly, treat them right, respect them and never let them be taken advantage of! Youth is fleeting and not to be eternally preserved, you too will grow old. - but maybe that is just my take on things.

Other reviews for The History of Tractors in Ukrainian:
Corinne at The Book Nest
Tricia at Library Queue

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