Leo Tolstoy

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Bethink Yourselves! (eBook, ePUB)

A Reflection on Moral Philosophy and the Urgency of Peace

Übersetzer: Tchertkoff, V.

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In "Bethink Yourselves!", Leo Tolstoy presents an impassioned essay, inviting readers to reflect on the moral and ethical dilemmas of modern society. Written in the context of the late 19th century, a time of great social upheaval and existential questioning, Tolstoy employs a clear, yet thought-provoking literary style. His discourse intertwines personal anecdotes with incisive critiques of materialism and consumerism that dominated his contemporaries, compelling readers to reassess the very foundations of social conduct and human interaction. Leo Tolstoy, renowned for his epic novels such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina", was an influential figure in both literature and philosophy. His deep-seated Christian beliefs and advocacy for nonviolent resistance emerged from a tumultuous personal journey, including a profound moral crisis that led him to renounce much of his previous lifestyle. This essay encapsulates his quest for spiritual truth and societal reform, reflecting his belief in the power of simple, honest living. "Bethink Yourselves!" is a critical exploration for anyone interested in ethical living and social responsibility. Tolstoy's accessible prose and fervent philosophical insights invite readers to engage in self-reflection and inspire action towards a more humane and compassionate world.

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Count Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy (9 September [O.S. 28 August] 1828 - 20 November [O.S. 7 November] 1910), usually referred to in English as Leo Tolstoy, was a Russian writer who is regarded as one of the greatest authors of all time.[3] He received multiple nominations for the Nobel Prize in Literature every year from 1902 to 1906 and nominations for Nobel Peace Prize in 1901, 1902 and 1910 and the fact that he never won is a major Nobel prize controversy. Born to an aristocratic Russian family in 1828,[3] he is best known for the novels War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1877),[8] often cited as pinnacles of realist fiction.[3] He first achieved literary acclaim in his twenties with his semi-autobiographical trilogy, Childhood, Boyhood, and Youth (1852-1856), and Sevastopol Sketches (1855), based upon his experiences in the Crimean War. Tolstoy's fiction includes dozens of short stories and several novellas such as The Death of Ivan Ilyich (1886), Family Happiness (1859), and Hadji Murad (1912). He also wrote plays and numerous philosophical essays. In the 1870s Tolstoy experienced a profound moral crisis, followed by what he regarded as an equally profound spiritual awakening, as outlined in his non-fiction work A Confession (1882). His literal interpretation of the ethical teachings of Jesus, centering on the Sermon on the Mount, caused him to become a fervent Christian anarchist and pacifist.[3] Tolstoy's ideas on nonviolent resistance, expressed in such works as The Kingdom of God Is Within You (1894), had a profound impact on such pivotal 20th-century figures as Mahatma Gandhi[9] and Martin Luther King Jr.[10] Tolstoy also became a dedicated advocate of Georgism, the economic philosophy of Henry George, which he incorporated into his writing, particularly Resurrection (1899).

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 35
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066464462
• Artikelnr.: 61610555