{"product_id":"war-from-the-rear-a-ukrainian-aid-volunteers-story-paperback","title":"War from the Rear: A Ukrainian Aid Volunteer's Story - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAndriy Lyubka\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eYulia Lyubka\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator), \u003cb\u003eKate Tsurkan\u003c\/b\u003e (Translator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA gripping, unexpectedly humorous, and deeply human portrait of life in Ukraine reshaped by war. In this powerful collection of essays, writer Andriy Lyubka-thrust into the role of an unlikely volunteer--offers a firsthand account of delivering aid to the front lines.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith raw honesty and surprising wit, Lyubka captures both the absurdity and the heartbreak of war. He reflects on time lost, the emotional toll of conflict, and the everyday defiance that keeps hope alive. From the logistical nightmares of aid distribution to the rich aroma of coffee that briefly restores a soldier's sense of normalcy, \u003ci\u003eWar from the Rear\u003c\/i\u003e reveals a side of war rarely seen--the human side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than just a chronicle of conflict, this book is a tribute to the individuals who endure it, the bonds they build, and the acts of kindness that shine through even the darkest times. It's an essential, unforgettable perspective on Ukraine's ongoing fight that will stay with readers long after the final page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAndriy Lyubka\u003c\/b\u003e is a Ukrainian poet, essayist, novelist, and translator known for his sharp wit and keen observations on contemporary life. Raised in Vynohradiv, Ukraine, he studied Ukrainian Philology at Uzhhorod National University and later earned a master's degree in Balkan Studies from Warsaw University. Lyubka is the author of multiple poetry collections, short stories, and novels, including \u003ci\u003eCarbide\u003c\/i\u003e, a vivid exploration of smuggling culture in Ukraine's Zakarpattia region. He also translates literature from Polish, Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian, and English. His essays and commentary appear in leading Ukrainian and international publications such as New Eastern Europe, Radio Free Europe\/Radio Liberty, and Den'. Currently based in Uzhhorod, Lyubka continues to be a significant voice in Ukrainian literature, offering insightful and often humorous perspectives on identity, conflict, and everyday resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.43 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 04, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51978334732589,"sku":"9798887198408","price":25.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/GoagwD06GV9798887198408.webp?v=1775801734","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/war-from-the-rear-a-ukrainian-aid-volunteers-story-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}