Diaries. Volume 2 — Oles Honchar

The second volume of Oles Honchar’s *Diaries* includes entries written between 1968 and 1983—a period during which, following the publication of his novel *The Cathedral*, the writer faced harsh criticism and years of pressure from the Soviet authorities. In the pages of his diary, the author candidly reflects on literature, morality, culture, the fate of the Ukrainian language, social processes, and his own creative journey. Despite these difficult trials, Honchar remained true to his principles, optimism, and faith in Ukraine’s future. This volume is a valuable historical and literary document that helps readers better understand the era and the personality of this outstanding writer.