McGill-Queen's University Press Cossack Ukraine: Early-Modern Political Thought and Culture

Understand the historical roots of modern Ukrainian nationhood with Cossack Ukraine: Early-Modern Political Thought, Culture, and Identity Formation, 1569-1714. Published by McGill-Queen's University Press, this scholarly work examines the development of the country during a period that shaped its contemporary relationship with Russia. Zenon Kohut explores how different political cultures shaped the region between the sixteenth century and 1714. The book traces how the Ruthenian nobility, the Kyivan clergy, and the Cossacks influenced the growth of political and territorial identity. By studying these interrelated groups, readers gain a deeper perspective on the evolution of Ukrainian culture and its long-term historical impact. This text is an essential resource for students and readers interested in European history, political thought, and the origins of Ukrainian identity.