Leo Tolstoy

Family Happiness (eBook, ePUB)

A Journey of Love and Fulfillment in 19th-Century Russia
Übersetzer: Maude, Louise; Maude, Aylmer

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "Family Happiness," Leo Tolstoy explores the intricate dynamics of love, marriage, and personal fulfillment through the lens of a young couple's relationship. Written in a lyrical prose style that showcases Tolstoy's keen psychological insight, the novella delves into the disillusionment often experienced in domestic life, juxtaposing the initial euphoria of love with the ensuing challenges of everyday existence. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian society, the narrative reflects the broader themes of social conventions and individual desire, exemplifying how personal happiness can conflict with societal expectations. Tolstoy, a literary giant and philosopher, draws upon his own experiences and moral contemplations to imbue the protagonist's journey with authenticity and depth. His interest in the complexities of human relationships and moral philosophy resonates throughout the work, providing a rich context for understanding the universal struggles within marital life. Tolstoy'Äôs profound reflections on happiness, duty, and the weight of societal norms stem from his own grappling with these issues in his personal life. "Family Happiness" is highly recommended for those intrigued by the complexities of love and marriage, as well as for readers interested in the philosophical underpinnings of Tolstoy's thought. This poignant exploration invites readers to reflect on their own relationships and the definition of happiness, making it a timeless piece that resonates well beyond its historical context.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066464370
• Artikelnr.: 61609608

Autorenporträt

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).