Sota ja rauha I by graf Leo Tolstoy

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Author Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910
Translator Wallenius, Iivari
Title Sota ja rauha I
Historiallinen romaani
Note Reading ease score: 41.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Sota ja rauha I" by Leo Tolstoy is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The book addresses the impact of the Napoleonic Wars on Russian society, weaving together the lives of several characters, including members of the Russian aristocracy and prominent historical figures like Napoleon and Tsar Alexander I. The novel explores themes of war, peace, the nature of history, and human experience, positioning itself as a monumental work in literary history. The opening of "Sota ja rauha I" introduces readers to an evening party hosted by Anna Pavlovna Scherer, a maid of honor to the Empress. Guests include various aristocrats discussing pressing political matters, particularly surrounding the growing tensions with Napoleon. The conversations between the characters highlight their social dynamics and differing perspectives on war and personal duty, while also setting the stage for the larger historical conflicts that will unfold throughout the novel. As interactions unfold among characters like Prince Vasili and the young Pierre Bezukhov, the chapter lays the groundwork for exploring their personal journeys against the backdrop of monumental events in Russian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject War stories
Subject Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Campaigns -- Russia -- Fiction
Subject Russia -- History -- Alexander I, 1801-1825 -- Fiction
Subject Aristocracy (Social class) -- Russia -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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