Tolstoy: The Giant of Yasnaya Polyana - Life, Works, and the Making of a Literary Legacy

This book introduces Leo Tolstoy in three chapters. It begins with his life and times, then explores his literary mastery and his philosophical works. The final chapter considers his enduring impact on culture and thought. Readers who love Russian literature, as well as those approaching Tolstoy for the first time, will find this an accessible and engaging introduction to one of the world's great writers. Clearly organized and easy to dip into, it makes a fine companion for a quiet afternoon of reading. 102 pages.