A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian Audiobook
The audiobook \"A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian\" tells the story of two Ukrainian sisters who are forced to confront their complicated family dynamics when their father marries a young Ukrainian woman who has no money, but does have a powerful desire to stay in the UK. The sisters know that their father is marrying the young woman because she is beautiful and he can intimidate her, but they are not sure how to deal with the situation.
The First Tractors in Ukraine
The book talks about the development of tractors in Ukraine, which started at the beginning of the 20th century. The first tractors in Ukraine were imported from Germany, Austria and the United States. However, the development of Ukrainian tractor production was hindered by the Soviet Union's industrial policy, which urged factories to specialize in producing just one type of machine. Tractor production became concentrated in the city of Kharkiv, which still remains a center of the Ukrainian tractor industry.
The Ukrainian Tractor Industry During World War II
The book also talks about the role of Ukrainian tractors during World War II. Tractors played an important role during the war due to the shortage of horses. The Soviet army used tractors for transport, as they were more reliable than horses. Tractors were also indispensable in the agricultural sector during the war as many farmers were conscripted to fight.
The Rise of Independent Ukrainian Tractor Production
Independence in 1991 allowed for the rise of Ukrainian tractor production. Kiev Tractor Works, one of Ukraine's leading tractor makers, began producing tractors with powerful engines in 1994. These tractors were considered affordable alternatives to more expensive Western brands such as John Deere and Caterpillar. Today, Ukrainian tractors are exported all over the world, and the Ukrainian authorities are raising funds to modernize the industry in an effort to grow export earnings and create jobs.
Conclusion
The audiobook \"A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian\" is an engaging and fascinating account of the history of tractors in Ukraine, and how they have impacted the lives of the Ukrainian people. The book provides an informative insight into the Ukrainian tractor industry, from its inception through to modern times. Anyone interested in Ukrainian history or the development of the tractor industry should read this book.