Ukrainian publishers call for support after Russian attacks destroy 10m books
The Ukrainian Book Institute is seeking international support after Russian attacks destroyed approximately 10 million books and critical publishing infrastructure. The loss threatens the viability of the country's entire book production and distribution ecosystem.
Why it matters
The destruction of cultural infrastructure is a significant aspect of the ongoing conflict, impacting both the economy and national identity.
Firefighters in Kharkiv, Ukraine, after Russian drones struck a warehouse on 1 August, destroying 8m books. Firefighters in Kharkiv, Ukraine, after Russian drones struck a warehouse on 1 August, destroying 8m books. Publishing Ukrainian publishers call for support after Russian attacks destroy 10m books The country risks ‘the collapse of the entire book ecosystem’ following destruction of warehouses in July and August, say Ukrainian publishers
Prefer the Guardian on Google The Ukrainian Book Institute has called on the international publishing community to support Ukrainian publishers after Russian attacks in July and early August destroyed about 10m books and a significant share of the country’s book production capacity.
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