Brake, Mark
Tolstói, L: Guerra y paz
- ISBN 13:
- 9788491041511
- author:
- Brake, Mark
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Alianza Editorial
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
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 aristocratic families - the Kuraguin, Bezujov, Rostov, and Bolkonsky - as they navigate love, death, morality, and the human condition.
Spanning over a decade, from 1805 to 1813, Guerra y paz recreates a pivotal moment in history, from the epic battles fought by Napoleon's army to the devastating fires of Moscow and the eventual retreat of the French forces. Through its intricate narrative, Tolstoy masterfully captures the essence of human existence.