**Publisher** "The Publican" is an exciting historical romantic drama written by an outstanding Ukrainian writer. The book tells about the life and adventures of a young Ukrainian boy who lives in an era of great changes and fights for his ideals. He falls into temptations, trials and loves that exceed his expectations and change his destiny. The author successfully combined historical facts with artistic fiction, which makes the tale even more exciting and interesting for the reader. Emotional tension, unexpected plot twists and bright images of the characters make this book unforgettable. Thanks to the masterful writing style of the author, "Publicant" becomes a real masterpiece of Ukrainian literature, which will appeal to all connoisseurs of quality literature. This book will lift your spirits, enchant you with its beauty and leave an unforgettable mark on your soul.