Publisher's Synopsis
The Godson by Leo Tolstoy is a short story rich in moral lessons and powerful themes, such as the consequences of one's actions, the transformative power of love and patience, and the futility of combating evil with evil. This makes it a perfect book for dual-language study.
This book is divided into eleven sections, each presented in a bilingual format-Spanish and English side by side-making learning Spanish easy and accessible. Each section includes a vocabulary list with example sentences to reinforce newly learned words. Additionally, readers can access audio recordings on our website to practice listening and pronunciation. To enhance retention and understanding, every section also features a quiz, allowing you to test your comprehension and reinforce what you've learned. By engaging with this carefully structured format, you'll gain confidence in reading Spanish while appreciating a meaningful and thought-provoking story. Translated and adapted by Joaquín de la Sierra, an expert in classical literature translations, this edition remains faithful to Tolstoy's original message while ensuring clarity for language learners. With its deep philosophical themes and engaging storytelling, The Godson offers more than just language practice-it invites reflection on fundamental life lessons, from the power of leading by example to the importance of perseverance and compassion.
