Tolstoy (Classic Reprint): His Life and Works: His Life and Works (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A clear, thorough portrait of Tolstoy’s life and his lasting influence This biography presents Leo Tolstoy through the lens of close friendship and critical study, offering a balanced view of his work, beliefs, and the world he shaped.

The book traces Tolstoy from early writings and personal growth to his greatest novels and later religious writings. It explains how his life informed his art, and how critics across the globe have understood his purpose and power. Readers will encounter a work that aims to be a sincere, complete estimate of the man and his ideas.

• A comprehensive look at Tolstoy's life, from youth to late writings


• Discussion of his major works, including how they reflect his evolving beliefs


• Insight into his moral and social philosophy, and the critics’ reactions


• Context for Tolstoy’s influence on literature and thought across Europe

Ideal for readers of classic literature and literary biography, as well as anyone interested in the life behind Tolstoy’s famous works.

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