Tolstoy, Leo Nikolayevich
Cossacks (Modern Library Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780812975048
- author:
- Tolstoy, Leo Nikolayevich
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Modern Library Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 132mm X 203mm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
A new translation of Leo Tolstoy's 1862 novel brings this vibrant story to life. In it, a young Muscovite named Olenin joins the Russian army and travels to the Caucasus in search of a more authentic life.
As he strives to adopt the rough and ready lifestyle of the local Cossacks, Olenin falls in love with a free-spirited girl whose fiancé proves to be a formidable opponent. This long overdue translation showcases Tolstoy's philosophical insight, revealing a rich and complex tale.
A revelation for readers looking to explore the author's early masterpieces, this edition offers a fresh perspective on a timeless story.
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