Antique Ukrainian Book – “Surma” Edition, New York 1918

This original Ukrainian-language publication, printed in 1918 by the Surma publishing house in New York, is a rare and valuable artifact from the early Ukrainian-American diaspora. Issued under the imprint Sechevoi Bazar, the book reflects the political, cultural, and nationalist movements active among Ukrainians abroad during and after World War I.

Published in soft paper cover (as shown in photos), this book captures a unique moment in diaspora publishing — when Ukrainian communities in the U.S. played a vital role in preserving language, heritage, and the dream of an independent homeland. Whether it contains songs, articles, or ideological essays, the edition carries the distinct style of Surma — one of the most important diaspora presses of the 20th century.

A true collector’s item for anyone passionate about Ukrainian history, nationalist literature, or rare immigrant publications in America.

Specifications:
Title: Unknown (Sechevoi Bazar series – Surma Edition)
Language: Ukrainian
Published: 1918, New York, USA
Publisher: Surma Ukrainian Bookstore
Cover: Original paper cover (see photos)
Condition: Never used; visible age wear and shelf marks
Provenance: Ukrainian-American diaspora
Unique feature: Early Surma publication reflecting diaspora activism
Authenticity: Guaranteed original, not a reproduction