Tolstoi, Ilia Lvovich, graf 1866-1933 creator Calderon, George 1868-1915 text utu 1997 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "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.) Release date is 1997-02-01 Produced by Judith Boss, and David Widger Original publication data not identified Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 Authors, Russian -- 19th century -- Biography PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/813 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/813 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133036.0 813