Чеський поет і фотограф Ігор Малієвський: «Українська культура, безперечно, є однією з великих світових культур“
Czech poet and photographer Igor Malievsky: “Ukrainian culture is undoubtedly one of the great world cultures”

Summary/Abstract: In the midst of war, the artistic residency “Slovo” in Kharkiv, organized by the Kharkiv Literary Museum, has become a beacon of cultural resilience. Czech poet and photographer Igor Malievsky, the first resident from the Czech Republic, shares his experiences and reflections on the vibrant yet paradoxical life in a frontline city. Despite the constant threat of shelling, the residency hosts twelve Ukrainian and ten Czech authors, fostering a unique cultural exchange. Malievsky’s journey, inspired by a proposal from Yuri Andrukhovych, led to the creation of new literary and photographic works, capturing the essence of Kharkiv’s spirit. He emphasizes the importance of psychological resilience, symbolized by his metaphorical “hat,” which protects one’s inner integrity. The residency not only nurtures creativity but also serves as a testament to the enduring power of culture in times of crisis.

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