Reminiscences of Tolstoy, by His Son by graf Ilia Lvovich Tolstoi
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| Author | Tolstoi, Ilia Lvovich, graf, 1866-1933 |
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| Translator | Calderon, George, 1868-1915 |
| Title | Reminiscences of Tolstoy, by His Son |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger |
| Summary | "Reminiscences of Tolstoy" by Count Ilya Tolstoy is a personal memoir written in the late 19th century that offers an intimate glimpse into the life of one of literature's great figures, Leo Tolstoy, as seen through the eyes of his son. The book details family life at Yasnaya Polyana, Tolstoy's estate, and provides insights into his children's personalities, the family's daily routines, and the dynamics that shaped Tolstoy's character and beliefs. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on his childhood memories, beginning with a description of his siblings and their unique traits. He paints a vivid picture of life in the Tolstoy household, emphasizing the roles of his mother and father. The narrative conveys a sense of warmth and affection, illustrating both the endearing chaos of family life and the father's disciplined yet loving approach to parenting. The opening sets up a foundation for understanding how Tolstoy's interactions with his family influenced his literary work, including the personal anecdotes that hint at the profound thoughts that permeate his famous novels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 |
| Subject | Authors, Russian -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 813 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 1997 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 8, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 139 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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