The Peaks of Life and Creativity. Speeches – Reports: New York – Toronto, Kliuchi Publishing Housе, 1958, 159 p.

The author’s compendium by Mykola Shlemkevych contains speeches and reports devoted to reflecting on the spiritual foundations of Ukrainian culture, the national idea, and the role of creativity in the life of the people. The philosopher analyzes significant historical events in the Ukrainian state-building tradition, in particular the Act of Unity and the November Uprising, revealing their spiritual and symbolic significance for the formation of national consciousness.

A separate section of the compendium focuses on reflections on the life and work of Taras Shevchenko, whom Shlemkevych regards as a national poet, a spiritual guide, and a prophet of the Ukrainian people. The author concentrates on analyzing the deep philosophical foundations of Shevchenko’s work and the ideological content of individual pieces.

The reports also address the role of journalism in public life, its connection to politics, culture, and the spiritual development of the nation. The author draws attention to crisis phenomena in Ukrainian journalism and outlines its importance in shaping public opinion in the free world.

The compendium combines historical, philosophical, and cultural reflections and serves as an important resource for understanding Ukrainian spiritual tradition, national identity, and the role of creativity in societal development.

Contents

Preface

Speeches

   January 22

   November 1

T. Shevchenko

Reports

   The Deep Layer of Shevchenko's Worldview

   Modern Power