Leo Tolstoy

By G.K. ChestertonGeorge H. PerrisEdward Garnett, et al.

Book Overview

Leo Tolstoy is a biographical work written by Gilbert Keith Chesterton, exploring the life and works of the renowned Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. The book delves into Tolstoy's literary achievements, including his most famous works such as War and Peace and Anna Karenina, as well as his philosophical and religious beliefs that heavily influenced his writing.Chesterton provides a detailed account of Tolstoy's personal life, including his family background, education, and the various events that shaped his worldview. The author also examines Tolstoy's political and social activism, which led him to become a pacifist and advocate for social justice.Throughout the book, Chesterton offers his own insights and interpretations of Tolstoy's writings, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the author's life and legacy. Leo Tolstoy is a must-read for anyone interested in Tolstoy's literary contributions and the impact he had on Russian literature and society as a whole.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432644246
• ISBN13: 9781432644246
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"