As a foundational text, The Kobzar has played an important role in the formation of Ukrainian literature and its written language. There are over 125 editions of the book in the Ukraine alone. The first editions were censored by the czar, but the book still made a large impact on Ukrainian culture. Likewise, a multitude of translations attest to the book’s impact on world culture as well. There is a special museum dedicated to the book in the Ukraine, and there are several museums dedicated to Shevchenko himself around the world. Masterfully translated by Peter Fedynsky, Voice of America journalist and expert on Ukrainian studies, The Kobzar brings awareness of the Ukraine's depth and cultural wisdom.