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Collected Shorter Fiction Volume Two

By Leo Tolstoy
Series: Everyman's Library CLASSICS
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Collected Shorter Fiction Volume Two by Leo Tolstoy offers a compelling collection of his shorter works, capturing the essence of Russian life and exploring profound philosophical themes. This volume delves into human nature, morality, and society through a variety of narratives, showcasing Tolstoy's masterful storytelling skills and his keen insight into the complexities of human existence. Each story, distinct in its setting and characters, weaves together to provide a rich tapestry of thought-provoking literature.
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You might enjoy this collection if you appreciate the timeless appeal of classic literature and the profound ability of an author to capture the human condition through powerful narratives. Tolstoy's masterful storytelling offers insightful explorations of morality, faith, and the complexities of society. If you love immersing yourself in thought-provoking fiction that challenges and enriches the mind, this volume could be a rewarding addition to your library.

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Collected Shorter Fiction Volume Two



Readers of The Death of Ivan Ilych, The Kreutzer Sonata, Father Sergius, Master and Man and Hadji Murad will recognize the brilliant younger novelist, now transfigured by his passionate quest for salvation and forgiveness.

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Written over a period of more than half a century, Tolstoy's enchanting short stories and novellas reflect every aspect of his developing art and outlook.

Collected Shorter Fiction Volume Two reveals how these spiritual intimations flowered into a series of extraordinary late masterpieces which equal anything in the earlier novels for intensity and power.

Readers of The Death of Ivan Ilych, The Kreutzer Sonata, Father Sergius, Master and Man and Hadji Murad will recognize the brilliant younger novelist, now transfigured by his passionate quest for salvation and forgiveness.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781857157581

Publisher: Everyman

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 26 October 2001

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Everyman's Library

Contributors:

  • Translated by Aylmer Maude
  • Introduction by John Bayley
  • Translated by Louise Maude
  • Translated by Nigel J Cooper
  • Introduction by John Bayley
  • Introduction by John Bayley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 46.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 887g

Pages: 1008

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Fiction General Fiction Leo Tolstoy Literary Fiction Penguin Books Series: Everyman's Library CLASSICS

About the Author

Leo Tolstoy was born in central Russia on 9 September 1828. In 1852 he published his first work, the autobiographical Childhood. He served in the army during the Crimean War and his Sevastopol Sketches (1855-6) are based on his experiences. His two most popular masterpieces are War and Peace (1864-69) and Anna Karenina (1875-8). He died in 1910.

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