Tolstoy, Leo
Resurrection
- ISBN 13:
- 9781840227284
- author:
- Tolstoy, Leo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wordsworth Editions
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 496
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.4 x 3 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Classics, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Resurrection, Leo Tolstoy's powerful novel, begins with a courtroom drama that sets the tone for a gripping tale of love, morality, and the justice system. A young woman, once seduced and then forced into prostitution, is found guilty of a crime she did not commit, and a man is determined to overturn the verdict. As the story unfolds, Tolstoy masterfully weaves together a complex web of characters, settings, and themes, exposing the cruelty and injustice of a system that fails to deliver justice. Through a series of unforgettable set-pieces, Tolstoy explores the darker aspects of human nature, from the depths of prostitution to the offices of state, and from the luxury of high society to the harsh realities of Siberian life. As the ultimate crisis of moral responsibility looms, Tolstoy poses a question that resonates with readers: can we help resolve the eternal issues of law and imprisonment? Leo Tolstoy's masterful storytelling and biting satire make Resurrection a compelling read that will keep you engaged until the very end.
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