Publisher's Synopsis
The Godson is a novella written by the acclaimed Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. The story revolves around a young boy named Nikolenka, who is the godson of a wealthy landowner named Uncle Pyotr. Nikolenka is orphaned at a young age and is taken in by Uncle Pyotr, who raises him as his own.As Nikolenka grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of the social injustices and inequalities that exist in Russian society. He is particularly disturbed by the way that the peasants are treated by the landowners, including Uncle Pyotr. Nikolenka begins to question the morality of his own privileged position and struggles to reconcile his love for Uncle Pyotr with his growing awareness of the suffering of the peasants.The Godson is a powerful exploration of the themes of morality, social justice, and the complexities of human relationships. Tolstoy's writing is characteristically insightful and nuanced, and he provides a vivid portrait of life in rural Russia in the late 19th century. The novella is a poignant reminder of the enduring relevance of Tolstoy's work and his enduring legacy as one of the greatest writers of all time.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Master and Man and Other Parables and Tales, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417913304.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.
