AmerUke: A Ukrainian American Story

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Ameruke is an informal, single-word definition for an American Ukrainian. This book targets an audience seeking to understand better Ukraine and its people from the perspective of an American of Ukrainian ancestry. Using sticker (decal) art illustrations, Ameruke discusses Ukrainian cultural heritage, history, customs, and current events from the perspective of developing into a European democracy with many American attributes.Ameruke breaks down the conflict in Ukraine into four chapters summarized as follows: (1) "Alphabetical Neighbors," focusing on a comparing the United States to Ukraine, including physical and cultural aspects; (2) "Making Waves," covering multiple waves of Ukrainian immigration spanning the past few centuries until today to American shores; (3) "Yankee Ukes" discussing cultural nuances, contributions, challenges and other issues facing Ukrainian Americans in the US; and, (4) the future of Amerukes, and their changing roles with American society.Enjoy the unique wonders of the Ukrainian American culture!