War and Peace by graf Leo Tolstoy

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Author Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910
Translator Maude, Aylmer, 1858-1938
Translator Maude, Louise, 1855-1939
Title War and Peace
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_and_Peace
Note Reading ease score: 78.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits An Anonymous Volunteer and David Widger
Summary "War and Peace" by graf Leo Tolstoy is a monumental novel written in the early 19th century, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. The book interweaves the lives of several characters, primarily focusing on the Russian aristocracy and their experiences during a turbulent time in European history. Key characters introduced include Anna Pavlovna, a maid of honor and socialite, and Prince Vasili Kuragin, along with a cast of other nobles who navigate the complexities of love, power, and war. The opening of the novel presents a soirée held by Anna Pavlovna in July 1805, where high-ranking members of Petersburg society engage in discussions marked by a mix of political intrigue and personal gossip. Anna expresses her fervent beliefs about the impending war against Napoleon, reflecting the anxieties of the time. Prince Vasili arrives, and through their conversation, the dynamics of friendship, social expectation, and personal ambition are revealed. As various characters are introduced, the stage is set for a rich exploration of how the lives of individuals intertwine with the broader strokes of history, providing readers with a fascinating entry point into the epic narrative that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject War stories
Subject Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Campaigns -- Russia -- Fiction
Subject Russia -- History -- Alexander I, 1801-1825 -- Fiction
Subject Aristocracy (Social class) -- Russia -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 2600
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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