2214 results for 'Tolstoi, Lyof N.'

Leo Tolstoy's Greatest Short Stories offer a profound exploration of human nature, morality, and the complexities of love. This carefully curated collection brings together some of his most...

Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy: A Life of Contrasts This landmark biography by A. N. Wilson offers a nuanced exploration of the complex life of one of literature's greatest figures. Wilson challenges...

Leo Tolstoy's work on Shakespeare presents a unique perspective on the Bard's works. Written by Leo Tolstoy, this collection of thoughts explores his disagreement with established opinions about...

Tolstoy On War: A Fresh Perspective on Historical Truth and Artistic Narrative. In 1812, Napoleon's invasion of Russia marked a pivotal moment in history. Five decades later, Leo Tolstoy published...

Sophia Tolstoy: A Biography by Alexandra Popoff presents a fresh perspective on the life of Leo Tolstoy's wife. Contrary to popular belief, this biography reveals Sophia as a supportive and talented...

Tolstoy's Major Fiction by Edward Wasiolek is a comprehensive study of Leo Tolstoy's major works. This carefully considered analysis offers a fresh perspective on the author's writing, exploring his...

Tolstoy: A Russian Life by Rosamund Bartlett is a biography that draws extensively from recent sources to shed new light on one of literature's most complex and fascinating figures. Bartlett's...

This collection of short stories showcases the narrative genius of Leo Tolstoy, one of history's most accomplished authors. While he is best known for his masterpieces Anna Karenina and War and...

Tolstoy and the Genesis of 'War and Peace' offers a unique insight into Leo Tolstoy's creative process while writing his iconic novel. Kathryn B. Feuer's in-depth study explores the development of...

Count Leo Tolstoy was born at Yasnaya Polyana, his ancestral estate in rural Russia. This family residence remained his home base throughout his life, despite travels and experiences that broadened...

Leo Tolstoy: A Life of Turmoil and Genius In 1851, Leo Tolstoy arrived in Moscow with three ambitious goals: to gamble, marry, and secure a post. Though he achieved only the first, his life was...

The Hedgehog and the Fox: An Essay on Tolstoy's View of HistoryThis thought-provoking essay explores the fundamental distinction between two types of thinkers: those who see the world as an infinite...

Tolstoy: A Guide for the Perplexed offers a clear introduction to the literary works of Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy, one of the most important writers in the Western tradition. This guide covers his...

Leo Tolstoy's critical essay on Shakespeare explores the author's unique perspective on the Bard's works. In this 1906 preface, Tolstoy shares his personal experience with Shakespeare's plays,...

The Cambridge Companion to Tolstoy provides an in-depth exploration of one of literature's most significant figures. With specially commissioned essays, this volume delves into key aspects of...

This comprehensive anthology presents seventy-seven unabridged texts that span over seven decades of Leo Tolstoy's life, from 1835 to 1910. It is the most complete single-volume edition to date of...

Twelve of Leo Tolstoy's most celebrated short stories are presented in this Norton Critical Edition, featuring revised translations by Louise and Aylmer Maude, with enhanced comprehension and...

A Confession by Leo Tolstoy and Aylmer Maude Leo Tolstoy's personal account of his spiritual crisis is a deeply introspective exploration of faith, morality, and the search for meaning. In this...

Leo Tolstoy's 20 Greatest Short Stories Annotated brings together the masterful works of one of literature's greatest writers. This collection offers a unique glimpse into Russia and its people in...

Leo Tolstoy: A Master of Psychological Prose Liza Knapp explores the heart of Tolstoy's work in this Very Short Introduction. Focusing on his fiction and non-fiction writings, she analyses the core...

The Great Short Works of Leo Tolstoy brings together eight of the author's finest short novels in one volume. This collection showcases Tolstoy's mastery of the genre, featuring works such as "The...

War, the Hero and the Will: Hardy, Tolstoy and the Napoleonic Wars by Jane L. Bownas explores the similarities between two literary giants, Thomas Hardy and Leo Tolstoy, in their works set against...

Lev Tolstoi's relationship with the Orthodox Church is a complex and fascinating topic. This book offers a new and comprehensive account of Tolstoi's connection to Russian Orthodoxy, exploring how...

Thinking with Tolstoy and Wittgenstein: Expression, Emotion, and Art In this thought-provoking study, Henry W. Pickford explores how two influential thinkers - Leo Tolstoy and Ludwig Wittgenstein -...

Irina Paperno's "Who, What Am I? Tolstoy Struggles to Narrate the Self" explores the Russian writer's lifelong quest to find adequate ways to represent the self. Through his voluminous nonfiction...

Tolstoy's Dictaphone Technology and the Muse by Sven Birkerts explores how emerging technologies are changing our relationship with art and culture. In this thought-provoking collection, writers...

Tash Hearts Tolstoy by Kathryn Ormsbee is a teen novel about Internet fame and peer pressure. After a shout-out from a popular vlogger, Natasha "Tash" Zelenka's amateur web series, Unhappy Families,...

Leo Tolstoy's final year was marked by turmoil and introspection. In 1910, he retreated to the wilderness in search of solace, but his isolation was short-lived. As revealed through his own writings,...

Published in 2016, Guerra y paz is a seminal work of literary criticism by Lev Nikolaevich Tolstoy. This edition features the original text in Spanish.The book explores the nature of war and its...

Leo Tolstoy and the Canadian Doukhobors: A Study in Historic Relationships. Expanded and Revised Edition by Andrew Donskov. This study explores the complex relationship between Russian author Leo...

Leo Tolstoy's spiritual vision is revealed in this anthology, which brings together selections from his novels, short stories, and essays to explore the life and teachings of Jesus and key gospel...

Nina Sankovitch's personal journey is one of profound healing and discovery. After losing her sister, she found solace in reading a book every day for a year, weaving together poignant family...

Leo Tolstoy's search for truth and meaning is a profound and enduring journey that continues to inspire readers today. This collection of his writings, edited by Robert Blaisdell, offers a unique...

This collection of essays offers fresh perspectives on the early works of two literary giants: Dostoevsky and Tolstoy. Written by leading specialists in 19th-century Russian literature, these ten new...

Reading to Stay Alive: Tolstoy, Hopkins and the Dilemma of Existence explores how literary reading can be a lifeline for those struggling with suicidal thoughts. Written by an academic general...

A celebrated self-help guru's final breath brings unexpected clarity to her life story and relationship with God. In this thought-provoking novel, Carol Orsborn explores the human search for meaning...

Russia's Capitalist Realism: A Literary Response to Economic Change During Russia's first transition to capitalism, social problems became central concerns for writers. As industry transformed the...

A Third Testament: A Modern Pilgrim Explores the Spiritual Wanderings of Seven Influential Thinkers. This book brings to life the spiritual journeys of seven influential thinkers, from the hedonist...

For those looking to add some colour to their Russian language skills, this wickedly humorous guide is a must-have. Dermo! provides an uncensored look at the real Russian language, complete with...

Discover why Russian literature remains a vital part of our cultural heritage. Angela Brintlinger explores the enduring appeal of authors like Tolstoy, Dostoevsky and Chekhov, uncovering the...

Mark Hodkinson's memoir is a story of how books and authors shaped his life. Growing up in Rochdale, he was surrounded by just one book, but it had a profound impact on him. This is the tale of a...

For anyone who has ever been moved by a story's end or seduced by a first sentence, this book offers a unique journey into the minds and imaginations of great writers. Richard Cohen draws on his vast...

Leo Tolstoy's masterful short stories offer profound insights into the human experience. This collection, featuring four of his most enduring tales, explores the complexities of love, marriage, and...

War and Peace, a sweeping epic, explores the tumultuous period of Napoleon's war with Russia. Tolstoy's masterpiece is a testament to the enduring power of human experience, as he weaves a complex...

Experience the profound and thought-provoking works of Leo Tolstoy, a master of the short story form. This collection brings together some of Tolstoy's most striking tales, including "The Death of...

A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition of Tolstoy's great Russian epic, War and Peace, is presented here in the first new English translation in forty years. Set against the sweeping backdrop of...

The nineteenth century was a time of pervasive financial anxiety in Russia. Credit and debt were defining features of imperial Russia's culture of property ownership, shaping perceptions of material...

Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina is a tale of love, beauty, and the emptiness that can lie beneath a life of luxury. The story follows Anna, a woman with everything, yet feeling unfulfilled, as she...

Ilya Oblomov's life seems like a comfortable dream: a fashionable home, a spacious estate, and endless invitations to social gatherings. Yet, despite his privileged position, he finds the world...

A stunning clothbound Hardcover edition of Tolstoy's great novel, War and Peace, is a masterpiece of world literature. Set against the backdrop of Napoleon's invasion of Russia, the novel explores...

The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy is a poignant exploration of mortality and the human condition. A chance accident leaves a seemingly carefree Russian official with a life-altering experience...

Fathers and Sons by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a poignant exploration of relationships and identity. Written in 1862, this novella has been re-released in English to offer readers a glimpse into the...

Eugene Onegin is a story about a young man who seems to have it all, but finds himself feeling empty and unfulfilled. He lives in a grand house with expensive furniture, attends glittering balls, and...

Experience the warmth and wonder of Christmas through the masterful storytelling of some of our greatest literary minds. This anthology brings together 16 stories that capture the enduring appeal of...

War and Peace, translated by Antony Briggs, is a sweeping epic that follows the lives of three Russian aristocrats against the backdrop of Napoleon's invasion of Russia. Pierre Bezukhov, Prince...

Strange things are happening in Moscow. A giant cat walks on its hind-legs and a witch with red hair flies through the sky on a broomstick. There's a sell-out show at the theatre with a devilish...

Three Deaths by Lyof N. Tolstoi is a collection of literary works that explore the complexities of human existence.Comprising 28 pages, this paperback edition presents a unique insight into the...

Tolstoy's epic masterpiece weaves together the lives of private and public individuals during the Napoleonic wars and the French invasion of Russia. The fortunes of the Rostovs and the Bolkonskys,...

A Hero of Our Time by Gemma Barder and Mikhail Iurevich Lermontov is a beautifully crafted tale that explores the complexities of human nature.Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia, this...

A Prisoner in the Caucasus by Lyof N. Tolstoi is a collection of literary essays that explore the intersection of culture and identity in the region. Written in 2016, this work offers a unique...

Anna Karenina is a rich and complex novel that explores the very nature of society, delving into the contradictions of existence, human relationships, and the inevitability of fate. Considered...

This poignant novel explores the complexities of love and marriage through the story of Masha and Serguéi. As they navigate their all-consuming passion, Tolstói masterfully captures the tender...

Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina is a tragic tale of love and societal constraint. In 19th-century Russia, a passionate affair between a young aristocrat and a cavalry officer is doomed by the strictures...

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of Russia in the early 19th century, Guerra y paz is a masterpiece of universal literature. This sweeping novel explores the lives and experiences of four...

Leo Tolstoy's The Gospel in Brief presents a unique synthesis of the four Gospels, retelling the life of Jesus in a single twelve-chapter narrative. Beautifully translated by Dustin Condren, this...

The Highly Sensitive Person in Love: Understanding and Managing Relationships When the World Overwhelms YouDiscover a better way of living and loving with Elaine N. Aron's groundbreaking research on...

Technopoly: The Surrender of Culture to TechnologyA provocative exploration of our transformation into a society shaped by technology, from acclaimed author Neil Postman. This book chronicles the...

The Gigantic Turnip by Aleksei Tolstoy A humorous retelling of a well-loved Russian tale, this book uses humor, counting and repetition to appeal to beginner readers. Twenty-one animals on a farm...

The N Word by Daniella Maison offers a hard-hitting and insightful exploration of the impact of using the N word in modern language. Maison argues that the term cannot be neutralized or recast as an...

The sweeping love story of two people who defy convention to follow their hearts. Anna Karenina, a beautifully bound edition, tells the tale of a woman trapped in a stifling marriage, swept off her...

Discover the secret to thriving in a world that can often feel overwhelming. Dr. Elaine Aron, a clinical psychologist and highly sensitive person herself, shares her groundbreaking research and...

Introduce your child to the Bible with this beautifully illustrated kids' bible, featuring 125 stories from the Old and New Testaments. The stories are retold in a clear and easy-to-read style,...

Mister N is a novel about a failed writer who checks into a hotel, but is unsure if it's real. His life is marked by desperation and violence, as he navigates poverty and the threat of deportation...

Anna Karenina, a novel of love, destiny, and self-destruction, is set against the backdrop of Russian society in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Anna, a beautiful and wealthy woman...

Anna Karénina, written by Lev N. Tolstói over 140 years ago, is a profound exploration of family and the pursuit of happiness.The novel presents a rich tapestry of characters, each navigating the...

Get ahead of your anticipatory anxiety and start living with flexibility and peace of mind. Anticipatory anxiety can be a major obstacle to living a joyful life, causing you to stress about...

Rock 'n' RollA play by Tom Stoppard that explores the intersection of art and commerce in 1950s America.With its unique blend of wit, satire, and musicality, Rock 'n' Roll is a thought-provoking...

A poignant and introspective exploration of heartbreak and self-discovery, "For Me(n)" is a collection of poetry and art that chronicles six years of romantic highs and lows. Through 107 pages of...

Gigant N 02 by Hiroya Oyu is a Spanish-language manga volume that explores the world of Gigant.Published in 2019, this paperback edition features 200 pages and is part of the IVREA Editorial series...

Heaven's world is one of luxury and comfort, built on the foundation of her husband Ross's wealth and generosity. However, beneath the surface of their seemingly perfect life, a complex web of...

In December 1935, Arthur Machen's writing stood still for a moment. Before him, the familiar structures gave way to an unearthly panorama of astounding beauty. Deep dells, sheltered by overhanging...

The N-Word of God by Mark Doox is a visually striking and thought-provoking postmodern epic that explores themes of social commentary through the lens of Byzantine and early Italo-religious styles...

Agatha Christie's N Or M? is an adaptation of her famous detective novel for English language learners. Written by Agatha Christie, this carefully adapted version is targeted at upper-intermediate...

Guns N' Roses FAQ: All That's Left to Know About the Bad Boys of Sunset Strip by Rich Weidman is a comprehensive exploration of one of rock music's most iconic bands. Released in 2017, this book...

Cute 'N Chibi is a fun and creative coloring book for all ages. This charming book features 30 unique chibi characters to color, ranging from easy to medium difficulty.Inside, you'll find single-side...

Pirates 'n' Pistols is a giftbook edition featuring ten swashbuckling pirate tales from around the world. This collection includes traditional pirate myths and legends, as well as new and original...

Rock 'n' Roll Jews by Michael Billig is a thought-provoking study that explores the significant contributions of Jewish people to the history and development of rock music. This book delves into the...

M/E/A/N/I/N/G brings together essays and commentary by over 100 artists, critics, and poets from the art magazine of the same name. Editors Susan Bee and Mira Schor have selected the most provocative...

Shuck 'n' Jive is a powerful and humorous story about two friends trying to break free from racist typecasting. Opera singer Simone and actress Cassi are desperate to be seen as individuals, not...

Guns N' Roses' story is one of raw energy and unbridled success, from their emergence in the 1980s to their current status as a global rock phenomenon. Their debut album Appetite For Destruction,...

Henry N. Cobb: Words & Works 1948-2018 is the first comprehensive collection of the renowned American architect's life and work. With over half a century of experience, Henry N. Cobb has been a...

EO-N, a gripping novel by Dave Mason, weaves together five lives across two decades to explore the power of individual actions and courage in the face of adversity.In 2019, Alison Wiley's world is...

Set in a world where animals have evolved to live in harmony with each other, Beastars N 05 is a gripping and intense tale of survival and rebellion.The story follows the complex relationships...

The Official Iron Maiden Colouring Book is a unique and creative outlet for fans of the iconic rock band. This colouring book features a range of intricate designs and patterns inspired by Iron...

Advanced Modelling in N Gauge provides guidance and instruction to help you extend and develop your modelling skills to produce a layout that is scenically impressive.The book covers essential topics...

This collection of tales and fables for children brings together some of Leo Tolstoy's most beloved stories. Written in a simple and direct style reminiscent of the stories told by his own students,...

Flying Saucers Rock 'n' Roll is a unique collection of in-depth interviews with lesser-known artists from the world of rock and soul. Spanning nearly twenty years, these conversations reveal...

Maureen N. McLane's Mz N: the serial is a genre-bending work that charts the growth of one poet's mind through a series of intense, episodic reflections. This poetry is both "furious & alive,"...

Guns N' Roses Trivia Book by Dale Raynes Get ready to rock with this fascinating look at one of the most iconic bands in rock history. From their outrageous lifestyles to their incredible music, this...

The 13th volume in Kentaro Miura's iconic series, Reedición maximum berserk n.13 , is now available in Spanish.Panini brings to the UK market this latest installment of the critically acclaimed manga...