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The publication of The Kreutzer Sonata in 1889 marked a pivotal moment in intellectual discourse around the globe. Censored in Russia, this provocative novella ignited passionate debates in Europe, America, and Asia about sexual abstinence and the hypocrisy surrounding marriage. Through its gripping narrative, Tolstoy presents his controversial views on sexuality, suggesting that physical desire can hinder genuine connections between men and women, often leading to tragic outcomes. Celebrated as a masterclass in storytelling, The Kreutzer Sonata remains one of Tolstoys most compelling works. (...

Anna Karenina is a novel by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy, first published in book form in 1878. Many writers consider Anna Karenina the greatest work of literature ever, and Tolstoy himself called it his first true novel. It was initially released in serial installments from 1873 to 1877 in the periodical The Russian Messenger. A complex novel in eight parts, with more than a dozen major characters, it is spread over more than 800 pages (depending on the translation and publisher), typically contained in two volumes.

Это завершающая путь жизни Льва Николаевича Толстого Книга; в ней подводится писателем, философом, публицистом итог размышлениям о смысле жизни человека. Это его напутствие, духовное завещание.

A Prisoner of the Caucasus is an 1872 novella by Leo Tolstoy about two Russian soldiers kidnapped by the enemy for ransom. They were held in custody for some time. They try to escape twice, but one of them succeeds the second time with the help of a local woman.

The story begins with the childhood and exceptional and accomplished youth of Prince Stepan Kasatsky. The young man is destined for great things. He discovers on the eve of his wedding that his fiancée Countess Mary Korotkova has had an affair with his beloved Tsar Nicholas I. The blow to his pride is massive, and he retreats to the arms of Russian Orthodoxy and becomes a monk. Many years of humility and doubt follow. He is ordered to become a hermit.

"Voskresenie" - poslednij roman L'va Nikolaevicha Tolstogo, napisannyj im v 1889-1899 godah. Roman prakticheski srazu za publikaciej byl perevedyon na osnovnye evropejskie yazyki. Podobnyj uspekh vo mnogom ob'yasnyalsya ostrotoj vybrannoj temy (sud'ba soblaznyonnoj i broshennoj oficerom devushki, chuvstvo viny pered kotoroj vposledstvii stanovitsya povodom izmeneniya zhiznej ih oboih) i kolossal'nym interesom k tvorchestvu Tolstogo, kotoryj ne pechatal romanov posle "Vojny i mira" i "Anny Kareninoj".

Zwischen einigen zufällig zusammen Reisenden eines Eisenbahnabteils entwickelt sich ein Gespräch über Liebe, Ehe, Scheidung u.s.w. Als nach einigen Stationen die meisten Reisenden das Abteil verlassen haben, legt Vasilij Pozdnysev, sichtlich aufgewühlt durch die vorangegangenen Gespräche, einem jüngeren Mitreisenden gegenüber seine Lebensbeichte ab.

This audiobook contains three works by Leo Tolstoy (1828-1910). The most well-known of these, The Death of Ivan Ilyich, tells the story of the premature death of a high-court judge in 19th-century Russia. It explores themes of life, death and suffering, as well as self-interest versus compassion.

Tolstoy's final work - a gripping novella about the struggle between the Muslim Chechens and their inept occupiers - is a powerful moral fable for our time. Inspired by a historical figure Tolstoy heard about while serving in the Caucasus, this story brings to life the famed warrior Hadji Murat, a Chechen rebel who has fought fiercely and courageously against the Russian empire. After a feud with his commander, he defects to the Russians, only to find that he is now trusted by neither side.

A captivating and thought-provoking listen, War and Peace chronicles the French invasion of Russia and the lasting impact it had on five aristocratic families. It will take you on a soul-stirring journey as we follow several interconnected characters of the Tsarist society during the early 19th century as they navigate through love, fears, and personal struggles against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars.

《战争与和平》是俄国作家托尔斯泰的代表作品。整部作品构思宏伟、气势奔腾，有力地展示出了俄罗斯历史上最壮丽的一页…… 戰爭與和平》是俄國作家托爾斯泰的代表作品。整部作品構思宏偉、氣勢奔騰，有力地展示出了俄羅斯歷史上最壯麗的一頁……

Ana Karénina, novela del escritor ruso León Tolstói publicada en 1877. La novela es considerada una las oras maestras del Realismo. El personaje de Ana Karénina esta inspirado de Aleksandr Pushkin. Muchos críticos calificaron la obra como un "romance de alta sociedad", Fiódor Dostoyevski declaró que era una "obra de arte".

Tolstoy’un ölümsüz eseri “İnsan Neyle Yaşar”, yüzyıllar sonra hâlâ insan yüreğine dokunan basit bir soruyu peşine takıyor: Bizi hayatta tutan gerçek güç nedir? Bir köy kunduracısının yol kenarında donmak üzere bulduğu esrarengiz yabancıyla başlayan bu kısa klasik, merhametin ve sevginin görünmez ağına düşen sıradan insanların öyküsünü anlatıyor. Tolstoy, melekler ve kırbacın gölgesinde geçen bu masalsı anlatıda, ekmeğin tadından adaletin yüküne, on bin talant borcundan bozkır rüzgârına uzanan geniş bir insanlık panoraması kuruyor.

Dive into Youth, the captivating third installment of Tolstoys autobiographical trilogy, which includes Childhood and Boyhood. Originally published in a literary journal during the 1850s, this novel offers a poignant reflection on the complexities of youth and the journey to adulthood. (Introduction by Bill Boerst)

In The Death of Ivan Ilyitch, we follow the life of a socially ambitious middle-aged judge who suddenly finds himself grappling with a mysterious and terminal illness. As Ivan confronts the specter of death, he begins to question the very essence of his existence, pondering whether the life he believed to be morally sound was truly meaningful. This poignant novella, shaped by Tolstoys own spiritual awakening, is celebrated as one of his greatest works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)

Resurrection stands as the final major work of fiction published by Tolstoy during his lifetime. With this poignant novel, Tolstoy shines a light on the injustices of man-made laws and the hypocrisy entrenched within institutionalized religion. Initially published in the magazine Niva to support the resettlement of the Dukhobors, the narrative follows nobleman Nekhlyudovs quest for redemption after a long-buried sin resurfaces. His fleeting affair with a maid, which led to her dismissal and subsequent fall into prostitution, haunts him as he grapples with guilt and strives to alleviate her ...

Sadness can be about so many things from places to people, from thoughts to actions. Our classic authors including Arnold Bennett, James Joyce, Willa Cather, Joseph Conrad, Ivan Turgenev and many others use their pens and stories to demonstrate the many ways this feeling can take a hold of lives and its consequences.

After discovering that his fiancée has had an affair, Prince Stepan Kasatsky decides to become a monk. His reputation for holiness grows, and he attracts pilgrims from far and wide. Yet he is still tortured by boredom, pride, and lust.

Filled with unforgettable characters, rich in history and social realism, Anna Karenina is a masterpiece of world literature, a story that fires the imagination and touches the heart.

A selection of short stories for the holidays including classics from Hans Christian Andersen, Tolstoy and L. Frank Baum.