Lev Nikolajevitsj Tolstoj Boeken

Een vrouw verlaat haar gezin en gaat in vrije liefde met haar minnaar leven, doch blijkt uiteindelijk niet tegen de spanningen van dit onzekere bestaan opgewassen. "Anna Karenina". 1873-'76

Autobiografisch relaas van de Russische schrijver (1828-1910) van zijn bekering tot de eenvoud en levensaanvaarding van de Russische boer.

Verhalen uit de wereldliteratuur over levensbeschouwelijke thema's.

Written over a period of more than half a century, Leo Tolstoy’s stories reflect every aspect of his art and personality. They cover his experiences as a soldier in the Caucasus, his married life, his passionate interest in the peasantry, his cult of truth and simplicity, and his growing preoccupation with religion. The stories in Volume 1 of the Collected Shorter Fiction date from the period in which the young Tolstoy wrote Anna Karenina and War and Peace. Ranging from brief, masterfully sketches of military life such as “The Wood-Felling” to novellas like Family Happiness, an uneasy imagining of the idyllic possibilities of marriage by the not-yet-married writer, all feature Tolstoy’s characteristically lavish deployment of detail, shrewd observation, and imaginative power.

A stunning clothbound Hardcover Classics edition of Tolstoy’s great novel, one of the undisputed masterpieces of world literature. Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read At a glittering society party in St. Petersburg in 1805, conversations are dominated by the prospect of war. Terror swiftly engulfs the country as Napoleon’s army marches on Russia, and the lives of three young people are changed forever. The stories of quixotic Pierre, cynical Andrey, and impetuous Natasha interweave with a huge cast, from aristocrats and peasants, to soldiers and Napoleon himself. In War and Peace, Tolstoy entwines grand themes—conflict and love, birth and death, free will and fate—with unforgettable scenes of nineteenth-century Russia, to create a magnificent epic of human life in all its imperfection and grandeur. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

The novel intricately weaves the lives of five families against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, exploring the profound impact of conflict on personal and societal levels. Tolstoy presents a vast array of characters, including historical figures, while delving into themes of love, loss, and resilience. In the epilogues, he offers a reflective philosophy on history, challenging the notion of the Great Man Theory and emphasizing the significance of small events in shaping the past. Celebrated for its depth and scope, this epic work remains a pivotal piece of world literature.

The narrative follows Efim and Elisha, two elderly men determined to embark on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem before their lives end. After extensive preparation, they set off on their journey but soon encounter a seemingly abandoned village. Their exploration leads them to a dark hut, where they uncover unexpected truths about life and humanity. The story delves into themes of faith, companionship, and the quest for meaning, highlighting the transformative experiences that arise from their pilgrimage.

Exploring themes of faith and morality, this collection features religious tales and parables by Leo Tolstoy, a literary giant known for his profound insights. Among the stories is "Walk in the Light While Ye Have Light," which narrates Pamphylius's conversion from paganism to Christianity. Other notable tales include "God Sees the Truth, but Waits" and "What Men Live By." This anthology showcases Tolstoy's ability to blend spiritual awakening with rich storytelling, solidifying his status as a master of both fiction and moral philosophy.