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Leo Tolstoy's 20 Greatest Short Stories Annotated
"Anna Karenina" and "War and Peace" branded Tolstoy as one of the greatest writers in modern history. Few, however, have read his wonderful short stories. Now, in one collection, are the 20 greatest short stories of Leo Tolstoy, which give a snapshot of Russia and its people in the late nineteenth century. A fine introduction is given by Andrew Barger. Annotations are included of difficult Russian terms. There is also a Tolstoy biography at the start of the book with photos of Tolstoy's relatives. The stories include: A Candle, After the Dance, Albert, Alyosha the Pot, An Old Acquaintance, Does a Man Need Much Land?, If You Neglect the Fire You Don't Put It Out, Khodinka: An Incident of the Coronation of Nicholas II, Lucerne, Memoirs of a Lunatic, My Dream, Recollections of a Scorer, The Empty Drum, The Long Exile, The Posthumous Papers of the Hermit Fedor Kusmich, The Young Tsar, There Are No Guilty People, Three Deaths, Two Old Men, and What Men Live By. Read the 20 greatest short stories of Leo Tolstoy Today!
Leo Tolstoy
A collection of critical essays discuss the works of the Russian author.
Leo Tolstoy
Leo Tolstoy's writing remains as lively, as fascinating, and as absorbing as ever and continues to have a profound influence on imaginative writing. This original and elegant study serves as an introduction to Tolstoy, concentrating on his 2 best novels.
Death and the Meaning of Life
Presents materials that reveal the essence of Tolstoy's beliefs on immortality, death, God, and the meaning of life. Contains two booklets ("About Immortality" No. 751 and "About Death" No. 752) compiled by Tolstoy comprising quotations from various philosophers explaining the meaning that death gives to life; essays explaining the actions that Tolstoy thought must be taken to grow spiritually; and finally, diary entries (translated here for the first time in English) pertaining to spiritual themes made during the last year of Tolstoy's life.
Childhood
Childhood (1852) is a novel by Leo Tolstoy. Published at the beginning of his career as a leading Russian author of his generation, Childhood is the first in a trilogy of semi-autobiographical novels tracing Nikolenka’s journey from innocence to experience. As a record of the past, a nostalgic reminder of a lost world, Childhood is one of Tolstoy’s most personal works, and yet his prose shows signs of the universal religious and philosophical themes that would inspire such masterpieces as War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1877). A story of life and death, love and grief, Childhood is an invaluable treasure of Russian literature. “How beautiful Mamma’s face was when she smiled! ...
Leo Tolstoy
When he arrived in Moscow in 1851, a young Leo Tolstoy set himself three immediate aims: to gamble, to marry, and to obtain a post. At that time he managed only the first. The writer’s momentous life would be full of forced breaks and abrupt departures, from the death of his beloved parents and tortuous courtship to a deep spiritual crisis and an abandonment of the social class into which he had been born. He also made several attempts to break up with literature, but each time he returned to writing. In this original and comprehensive biography, Andrei Zorin skillfully pieces together the life of one of the greatest novelists of all time. He offers both an innovative account of Tolstoy’s deepest feelings, emotions, and motives, as reflected in his personal diaries and letters, and a brilliant interpretation of his major works, including his celebrated novels on contemporary Russian society, War and Peace and Anna Karenina, and his significant philosophical writings.
Selected Stories of Leo Tolstoy
Selected Stories of Leo Tolstoy by Leo Tolstoy: Immerse yourself in the literary brilliance of Leo Tolstoy with this selection of his most captivating short stories. From "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" to "The Kreutzer Sonata," Tolstoy's narratives offer profound insights into the human soul, morality, and the complexities of life. As one of the greatest Russian writers, Tolstoy's stories continue to resonate with readers around the world. Key Aspects of the Book "Selected Stories of Leo Tolstoy": Human Psychology: Tolstoy's stories delve into the depths of human emotions, presenting realistic and deeply human characters. Moral Dilemmas: The narratives raise profound moral questions and invite r...
Leo Tolstoy: The Complete Novels (The Greatest Novelists of All Time – Book 4)
Leo Tolstoy's 'The Complete Novels' is a literary masterpiece that encompasses all of Tolstoy's major works including 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina'. Known for his realistic portrayals of Russian society and intricate character development, Tolstoy's writing style exemplifies the 19th-century literary realism movement. His novels delve into timeless themes such as love, war, and the search for meaning in life, making them not only captivating reads but also valuable reflections on the human experience. With rich, descriptive prose and thought-provoking narratives, Tolstoy's novels continue to be celebrated for their depth and complexity. Leo Tolstoy, a Russian writer and philosopher, was deeply influenced by his own life experiences, which led him to explore themes of morality, spirituality, and social justice in his works. His commitment to truth and social change shines through in his writing, making his novels both enlightening and inspiring for readers. I highly recommend 'Leo Tolstoy: The Complete Novels' to anyone seeking a profound literary experience and an insight into one of the greatest novelists of all time.
The First Distiller By Leo Tolstoy
Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy was born on September 9th 1828 into Russian nobility but abandoned his title and through his interpretation of the ethical teachings of Jesus became a fervent Christian anarchist and pacifist. His writings on non-violence were to have a profound impact on Gandhi and Martin Luther King. His reputation for many people is based on the epic, in length and scope, of his novel ‘War & Peace’. For that alone Tolstoy would be widely considered to be one of the greatest novelists of all time. But such was the breadth of his talents that he was consummate at short stories, essays and plays. Here we publish ‘The First Distiller’ one of those classic plays.Count Lev...
