Publisher's Synopsis
The Plays of Leo Tolstoy is a collection of three plays written by the legendary Russian author, Leo Tolstoy. The first play, The Power of Darkness, is a dark and tragic story that explores the themes of greed, lust, and betrayal. The play follows the lives of a peasant family who become entangled in a web of deceit and violence as they struggle to survive in a harsh and unforgiving world.The second play, The First Distiller, is a more lighthearted tale that centers around a group of villagers who set out to create their own brand of vodka. As they work together to produce the perfect recipe, they learn valuable lessons about the importance of community and cooperation.The final play in the collection, Fruits of Culture, is a satirical look at the hypocrisy and corruption of the Russian aristocracy. The play follows the lives of a wealthy family who are forced to confront the consequences of their actions when a group of peasants comes to demand justice.Overall, The Plays of Leo Tolstoy offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest writers of all time. With its powerful themes, complex characters, and insightful commentary on the human condition, this collection is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature or drama.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1922 Edition.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.
