REMINISCENCES OF TOLSTOY, BY HIS SON - Softcover

GRAF ILIA LVOVICH TOLSTOI

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9363878317 ISBN 13: 9789363878310

Publisher: Zinc Read, 2024

Synopsis

Reminiscences of Tolstoy offers a poignant and personal account of the life of the celebrated Russian author Leo Tolstoy, as seen through the eyes of his son, Graf Ilya Lvovich Tolstoi. In this reflective narrative, Ilya shares his childhood memories and experiences with his father, providing a unique perspective on the man behind masterpieces like War and Peace and Anna Karenina. Ilya captures the essence of Tolstoy's character, portraying him as a complex figure—both a revered literary genius and a deeply spiritual individual. He recounts moments of joy and challenge within the Tolstoy household, illustrating the dynamic between his father's artistic pursuits, his philosophical inquiries, and his roles as a husband and father. The reminiscences reveal the familial bonds that shaped Tolstoy's life, as well as the tensions that arose from his often-contradictory beliefs and values.

Edition details

• Publisher: Zinc Read
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9363878317
• ISBN 13: 9789363878310
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 74