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In 1910, Count Leo Tolstoy is at the height of his fame as one of the most celebrated writers in the world. However, the pressure of his legacy and the Tolstoyan movement, led by Vladimir Chertkov and staunchly advocating poverty, chastity, and pacifism, is testing his relationship with his devoted wife, Sofya. The novel follows the unraveling of Tolstoy's life as he navigates the final months of his life, and the conflicting forces around him. Through the eyes of Valentin Bulgakov, who is hired as Tolstoy's secretary and spy, the story captures the nuances of Tolstoy's inner struggle and the clash of ideals.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Jay Parini
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