Tolstoy
Tolstoy by Henri Troyat, published by Penguin in 1970, is a comprehensive biography that delves into the complexities of the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. Spanning 1,045 pages, this edition presents a detailed exploration of Tolstoy’s life, highlighting the contradictions that defined him, such as his status as a wealthy aristocrat who advocated for poverty and his tumultuous marriage alongside his literary achievements.
Readers will find a nuanced portrayal of Tolstoy that captures the essence of his character and the dichotomies within his life. The book examines his literary contributions, including the famous novel Anna Karenina, while also addressing his critical views on literature itself. Through Troyat’s narrative, the biography offers insights into the life of one of the most significant literary figures, making it a substantial resource for those interested in biography, literary criticism, and the complexities of Russian and Soviet history.
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Leo Tolstoy embodies the most extraordinary contradictions. He was a wealthy aristocrat who preached the virtues of poverty and the peasant life, a misogynist who wrote Anna Karenina, and a supreme writer who declared, “Literature is rubbish.” From Tolstoy’s famously bad marriage to his enormously successful career, Troyat presents a brilliant portrait that reads like an epic novel written by Tolstoy himself.
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