What I Believe

What I Believe is a collection of essays written by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. In these essays, Tolstoy explores his personal beliefs and philosophies on a range of topics, including religion, morality, and politics. He discusses his rejection of the established church and his belief in a more personal, direct relationship with God. He also delves into his ideas on nonviolence and the importance of living a simple, humble life. Throughout the book, Tolstoy's writing is thoughtful, introspective, and deeply personal, offering readers a window into the mind of one of the greatest writers and thinkers of the 19th century. What I Believe is a fascinating and enlightening read for anyone interested in Tolstoy's ideas and worldview.1885. Tolstoy is considered one of the greatest of all novelists. His collected works number 90 and critics regard War and Peace and Anna Karenina as his two masterpieces. Following the publication of Anna Karenina Tolstoy's life had undergone a complete change. He entirely devoted himself to Christ's teaching. In What I Believe Tolstoy contrasts the teachings of Jesus to the dogma and practices of the Orthodox Church. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.