Leo Tolstoy
Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian giant of literature, known for his expansive, realistic novels. Born into aristocracy, he later experienced a profound spiritual crisis and became a Christian anarchist and pacifist. This author hub collects 3 works in the Canon Compass ranking, led by Anna Karenina.
Start with Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy, ranked #10 in the Canon Compass list.
Featured Books
Tolstoy's Anna Karenina: Anna's tragic affair with Count Vronsky and Levin's search for meaning. Russian literature masterpiece - summary and where to buy.
Tolstoy's War and Peace: Pierre, Natasha, and Prince Andrei during Napoleon's invasion of Russia. Epic literature - summary, characters, and where to buy.
Tolstoy's searing novella follows a conventional man confronting the emptiness of his life as death approaches.