The scary, the beautiful and the ugly in Chernobyl. From the disaster to the laboratory | Olena Paryniuk, Kateryna Shavanova

"The Terrible, the Beautiful and the Ugly in Chernobyl" is not just a historical study, but a fascinating journey into the heart of one of the greatest man-made disasters of the 20th century. The authors, Olena Paryniuk and Kateryna Shavanova, offer us to look at Chernobyl not only as a place of tragedy, but also as a unique laboratory where nature and man coexist in new, unexpected conditions. The book combines scientific accuracy, literary skill and deep emotional impact. The authors explore various aspects of life in the exclusion zone: from the impact of radiation on nature to the social and psychological consequences of the disaster. They reveal to the reader not only the terrible consequences of the accident, but also the incredible beauty and wildlife that has revived on the contaminated lands. This book is an attempt to understand how people live and adapt in conditions that seem incompatible with life. It makes us think about the relationship between man and nature, about the strength and fragility of civilization, about our place in the world.