Publisher's Synopsis
Tolstoi's Essays On Life is a compilation of various essays written by Lyof N. Tolstoi, a renowned Russian writer and philosopher. The book includes essays on patriotism, the slavery of our times, and general articles on life. In the essay on patriotism, Tolstoi explores the concept of love for one's country and critiques the blind nationalism that often leads to war and violence. He argues that true patriotism should be based on love for humanity as a whole, rather than just one's own nation.In the essay on the slavery of our times, Tolstoi delves into the problems of modern society, including materialism, consumerism, and the exploitation of the working class. He argues that these issues are a form of slavery that enslaves not only the working class but also the wealthy and powerful.The general articles in the book cover a wide range of topics, including religion, morality, and the meaning of life. Tolstoi's writing is characterized by his deep insights into the human condition and his commitment to social justice and equality.Overall, Tolstoi's Essays On Life is a thought-provoking and insightful collection of essays that offers readers a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest thinkers of the 19th century.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.
