The Life of Tolstoy: First Fifty Years by Aylmer Maude
"The Life of Tolstoy: First Fifty Years" by Aylmer Maude is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the life of the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy, delving into his ancestry, upbringing, and the early influences that shaped his literary genius. The narrative is likely filled with insights into Tolstoy’s complex character, his philosophical ideas, and the societal environment of his time. The opening of the booksets the stage by detailing the historical and familial background of Leo Tolstoy, starting with his ancestral lineage and the notable figures in his family. Aylmer Maude explains how Tolstoy's grandfather secured the family name amidst the turbulent political landscape of Russia, highlighting the legacy that influenced Tolstoy's views and creativity. The narrative then transitions to Tolstoy’s early memories and childhood experiences at Yásnaya Polyána, where family dynamics, education, and social interactions began to mold his character and perspectives. Through engaging anecdotes, Maude gives readers a glimpse of Tolstoy’s formative years, setting the foundation for understanding his later works and philosophical inquiries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Maude, Aylmer, 1858-1938 |
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| Title | The Life of Tolstoy: First Fifty Years Fifth Edition |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Carlos Colón and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (http://books.google.com) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52242 |
| Release Date | Jun 5, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 170 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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