A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian is the acclaimed debut novel by bestselling author Marina Lewycka, now available as a Penguin Essential. This delightful and humorous story follows the life of a family disrupted by unexpected romance. Two years after the death of his mother, the protagonist's father, at the age of eighty-four, falls head over heels for a glamorous thirty-six-year-old Ukrainian divorcée. Her arrival is like a fluffy pink grenade, stirring up old memories and family dynamics that have long been buried. With 336 pages of engaging narrative, Lewycka masterfully blends humor and poignancy, making this book a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction. Published in 2017, this novel captures the complexities of love and family in a refreshingly unique way. Dive into this charming tale that promises to entertain and resonate with readers everywhere.