War And Peace

About the Book

Immerse yourself in Leo Tolstoy's epic masterpiece, War and Peace. Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, this sweeping novel explores the complexities of human nature, love, and the consequences of war. A must-read for lovers of classic literature and historical fiction. • Leo Tolstoy's monumental masterpiece, War and Peace • Experience the rich tapestry of characters and events during the Napoleonic Wars • Explore profound themes of love, war, and the human condition • A timeless classic that delves into the complexities of life and relationships • An essential addition to any book collection, offering a profound reading experience.

About the Author
Born in Russia in 1828, Leo Tolstoy grew up to become a novelist, short story writer, essayist, playwright and philosopher. A master of realistic fiction he had little interest in academics when he was young. In 1851 he enlisted himself in the Russian army and served in the Crimean War (1854-1856). He records his experience in Sevastopol Stories (1855). Tolstoy produced an autobiographical novel, Childhood (1852), followed by Boyhood (1854) and Youth (1857) which earned him literary acclaim. War and Peace (1865-1869) and Anna Karenina (1875-1877) remain two of his greatest novels. In his short autobiographical story, A Confession (1882), Tolstoy reflects on his mid-life existential crisis. The Death of Ivan Ilyich (1886) and What Is It To Be Done led to his excommunication from the Russian Orthodox Church in 1901 for a radical anarcho-pacifist Christian philosophy. The Kingdom of God Is Within You expresses his ideas on non-violent resistance. In the last few days of his life, while his health was deteriorating, he separated from his wife and left home. He died of pneumonia at a train station in 1910, at the age of 82.