02157cam a22003253u 4500 813 UtSlPG 20260610133036.0 m cr n 260607r1997||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PG Tolstoi, Ilia Lvovich, graf, 1866-1933 Reminiscences of Tolstoy, by His Son Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1997 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1997-02-01 Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger "Reminiscences of Tolstoy" by Count Ilya Tolstoy is a personal memoir written in the late 19th century that offers an intimate glimpse into the life of one of literature's great figures, Leo Tolstoy, as seen through the eyes of his son. The book details family life at Yasnaya Polyana, Tolstoy's estate, and provides insights into his children's personalities, the family's daily routines, and the dynamics that shaped Tolstoy's character and beliefs. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on his childhood memories, beginning with a description of his siblings and their unique traits. He paints a vivid picture of life in the Tolstoy household, emphasizing the roles of his mother and father. The narrative conveys a sense of warmth and affection, illustrating both the endearing chaos of family life and the father's disciplined yet loving approach to parenting. The opening sets up a foundation for understanding how Tolstoy's interactions with his family influenced his literary work, including the personal anecdotes that hint at the profound thoughts that permeate his famous novels. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 Authors, Russian -- 19th century -- Biography Calderon, George, 1868-1915 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/813 42932 42932