Author |
Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 |
Translator |
Maude, Aylmer, 1858-1938 |
Translator |
Maude, Louise, 1855-1939 |
Title |
Plays: Complete Edition, Including the Posthumous Plays
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Note |
This e-book only contains the front matter. The individual plays are linked to from this book's table of contents.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 60.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Jana Srna and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"Plays: Complete Edition, Including the Posthumous Plays" by graf Leo Tolstoy is a collection of theatrical works written in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This compilation includes some of Tolstoy's most significant plays, providing insights into his thoughts on morality, society, and individual struggles. The collection showcases Tolstoy’s capacity to explore complex human emotions and social issues through dramatic narratives. The book contains several plays written during Tolstoy's life, including "The Power of Darkness," which reflects the moral and social decay of society, and "Fruits of Culture," a comedic take on the themes of temperance and social justice. It also includes posthumous works such as "The Live Corpse," which delves into themes of life, death, and the pursuit of meaning. Each play is characterized by its deep psychological exploration and moral questioning, often reflecting Tolstoy's own philosophical beliefs. The collection serves not only as a theatrical piece but also as a profound commentary on the human condition, making it an essential read for those interested in literature that probes existential themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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Subject |
Russian drama -- Translations into English
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
26660 |
Release Date |
Sep 20, 2008 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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