"Poltava" is a historical novel by the famous Ukrainian writer Hryhoriy Skovoroda, which tells about the events of the Battle of Poltava in 1709. The book immerses the reader in the atmosphere of important events and delves into the historical context of the era of the Orest Family, as well as reveals the inner states and life of people of that time. The author skillfully embodies historical realities, reproduces the psychology of the characters and gives readers the opportunity to improve their understanding of an important episode in the history of Ukraine. "Poltava" is not only a literary masterpiece, but also an artistic study of the events that took place in one of the key moments of Ukrainian history.