Stories by Lev Tolstoy presents a rich and timeless collection of short masterpieces from one of the greatest moral and psychological writers in world literature. These tales, drawn from across Tolstoy’s long and transformative career, reveal his extraordinary ability to capture the struggles, hopes, and spiritual awakenings of ordinary people with unmatched clarity and compassion.

This volume includes many of Tolstoy’s most celebrated short works — such as The Death of Ivan Ilyich, How Much Land Does a Man Need?, The Kreutzer Sonata, and Alyosha the Pot — alongside lesser-known gems that showcase his evolution as both an artist and a thinker. Through these stories, Tolstoy explores the moral contradictions of human life, the corruption of wealth and vanity, and the search for truth, simplicity, and goodness.

Each story reflects a different phase of Tolstoy’s intellectual and spiritual journey — from his early realism, rich with detail and social awareness, to his later works marked by religious introspection and philosophical depth. Whether depicting peasants or nobles, soldiers or saints, Tolstoy reveals the universal humanity that unites all people in their longing for love and meaning.

Stories by Lev Tolstoy is an ideal introduction to his genius — a collection that demonstrates his unmatched storytelling skill, deep moral insight, and enduring relevance. These tales continue to speak to readers today, offering profound lessons about life, death, justice, and the soul’s journey toward truth.

PUBLISHER: RADUGA PUBLISHERS MOSCOW

BINDING: HARD COVER

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH

PAGES: 374