War & Peace by Leo Tolstoy
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First published: 1868
Number of Words: 568,000
Avg. Time to Read: 40 - 50 hours
Translator: Louise & Aylmer Maude
Description:
War and Peace is widely considered Tolstoy’s masterpiece and one of the greatest novels ever written. Published between 1865-1869, it immerses readers in Russia during the Napoleonic era from 1805 to 1812. Beyond chronicling the historic leaders and battles, Tolstoy was profoundly influenced by contemporary philosophical trends exploring history’s laws and humanity’s free will. He crafted vast interweaving storylines and characters to address these timely debates through fiction.
The work came at a pivotal moment for Russia, which had recently suffered devastating losses against Napoleon’s forces. Many questioned how events unfold and how individuals truly shape history. Tolstoy delved into these issues through his sprawling canvas, which encompasses both intimate tales of five aristocratic families and the larger forces of war affecting their lives. His nuanced characterizations challenged common perceptions of history as the work of great men alone.
While known for its epic scope, War and Peace also gained acclaim for its psychological depth and meticulous research into the period. Tolstoy synthesized philosophy, politics and intimate human stories in a way that resonated powerfully for his readership. The novel became a landmark of realist fiction and influenced generations of authors worldwide in its blending of individual lives within vast societal change. To this day, it stimulates discussion on history’s meaning and individual agency.
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