Publisher's Synopsis
A Russian Proprietor, The Death Of Ivan Ilyitch, And Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by the renowned Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. The book was originally published in 1899 and features some of Tolstoy's most famous works. The first story in the collection, A Russian Proprietor, follows the life of a wealthy landowner who becomes disillusioned with his privileged existence and begins to question the meaning of his life. The story explores themes of existentialism and the search for purpose in life.The Death Of Ivan Ilyitch, the second story in the collection, is a powerful exploration of death and mortality. It tells the story of a high-ranking judge who becomes terminally ill and must confront his own mortality. The story is a poignant reflection on the human condition and the inevitability of death.The other stories in the collection deal with a range of themes, including love, family, and social class. Tolstoy's writing is known for its vivid descriptions of Russian life and its deep insights into the human experience.Overall, A Russian Proprietor, The Death Of Ivan Ilyitch, And Other Stories is a masterful collection of short stories that showcases Tolstoy's exceptional talent as a writer and his ability to capture the complexities of the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
