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A Message from Ukraine

A Message from Ukraine

Summary

The words of a man. The message of a people.

Bringing together a new introduction by Volodymyr Zelensky with his most powerful war speeches, this book recounts Ukraine's war through the words of its president. It is the story of a people valiantly defending themselves from Russian aggression. And it is a battle cry for us all to stand up, support Ukraine and fight for democracy.

'The Ukraine president's storytelling skills and sense of moral purpose elevate his war speeches in this compelling collection . . . The tribune of freedom.' Observer

Includes a new preface plus three additional speeches selected by President Zelensky.

Reviews

  • The incredible speeches Zelensky wishes he'd never had to give . . . A remarkable book
    The Times

About the author

Volodymyr Zelensky

Volodymyr Zelensky is the President of Ukraine. Elected in 2019, he has been leading Ukraine's resistance to the full-scale Russian invasion since February 2022.

The only book officially authorised by President Zelensky, A Message from Ukraine includes speeches he has personally selected to tell the story of the Ukrainian people.

All President Zelensky's proceeds from this book - amounting to at least 60p per copy of the print edition sold in the UK - will go to United24, his initiative to collect donations in support of Ukraine.

United24 is run by the government of Ukraine. For more information, visit u24.gov.ua.
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