Tolstoy

Tolstoy: His Life, Works, and Doctrine is a biography and critical analysis of the life and literary works of Leo Tolstoy, one of the greatest writers in Russian literature. Written by Angelo Solomon Rappoport and published in 1908, the book offers a comprehensive overview of Tolstoy's life, from his early childhood and education to his literary achievements and personal struggles. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Tolstoy's life and work. The first section provides a detailed account of Tolstoy's family background, childhood, and education, while the second section explores his early literary career and the development of his unique writing style. The third section of the book delves into Tolstoy's personal life, including his marriage, family, and religious beliefs. In this section, Rappoport examines Tolstoy's spiritual journey and his eventual rejection of organized religion in favor of a more personal and individualistic approach to faith. The final section of the book offers a critical analysis of Tolstoy's major works, including War and Peace and Anna Karenina, as well as his lesser-known writings. Rappoport explores the themes and motifs that run throughout Tolstoy's oeuvre, including his preoccupation with morality, social justice, and the human condition. Overall, Tolstoy: His Life, Works, and Doctrine is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most important writers in Russian literature. It provides readers with a deep understanding of Tolstoy's life, his literary achievements, and his enduring legacy.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.