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Master and Man and Other Stories

By Leo Tolstoy
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Master and Man and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy is a collection of compelling narratives exploring themes of human nature, morality, and social dynamics. These stories delve into the complexities of relationships and personal transformation, with vivid depictions of Russian life and society. Tolstoy's masterful storytelling captivates readers through intricate character development and profound philosophical insights.
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This collection of stories explores the profound themes of human nature, relationships, and moral dilemmas, all set against the backdrop of Russian society. You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by character-driven narratives and the philosophical meditations typical of Tolstoy's writing. It's perfect for those who appreciate a blend of adventure and introspection, engaging with timeless questions about life and morality.

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Master and Man and Other Stories

The ten stories collected in this volume demonstrate Tolstoy's artistic prowess displayed over five decades experimenting with prose styles and drawing on his own experiences with humour, realism and compassion. Inspired by his experiences in the army, "The Two Hussars" contrasts a dashing father and his mean-spirited son.

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The ten stories collected in this volume demonstrate Tolstoy's artistic prowess displayed over five decades, experimenting with prose styles and drawing on his own experiences with humour, realism, and compassion.

Inspired by his experiences in the army, The Two Hussars contrasts a dashing father and his mean-spirited son. Illustrating Tolstoy's belief that art must serve a moral purpose, What Men Live By portrays an angel sent to earth to learn three existential rules of life. In Two Old Men, a peasant abandons his pilgrimage to the Holy Land in order to help his neighbours.

In the highly moving Master and Man, Tolstoy depicts a mercenary merchant travelling with his unprotesting servant through a blizzard to close a business deal, little realising he may soon have to settle accounts with his maker.

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Master and Man and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy is celebrated for its deep exploration of human nature, morality, and spirituality. Many reviews praise its intricate character development and philosophical depth, offering keen insights into societal values and personal responsibility. Some readers appreciate the vivid storytelling and emotional resonance that Tolstoy brings to each narrative, engaging both the heart and mind.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780140449624

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ronald Wilks
  • Translated by Paul Foote
  • Introduction by Hugh McLean
  • Notes by Paul Foote

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 336

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Fiction General Fiction Leo Tolstoy Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics

About the Author

Count Leo Tolstoy was born in 1828 on the family estate of Yasnaya Polyana, in the Tula province. He took part in the Crimean war and after the defence of Sevastopol wrote The Sevastopol Sketches (1855-6), which established his literary reputation. He is the author, among many other works, of War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1877) and A Confession (1879-82). Ronald Wilks has translated widely from the Russian, including for Penguin works by Gorky, Gogol and Chekhov. Hugh McLean has published widely on Russian literature, including contributing an essay on "The Countryside" to The Cambridge Companion to the Classic Russian Novel and one on Tolstoy's Resurrection to The Cambridge Companion to Tolstoy. Paul Foote was, until his retirement, a University Lecturer in Russian and Fellow of the Queen's College, Oxford.

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