Rolland, Romain 1866-1944 creator Miall, Bernard 1876-1953 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Tolstoy" by "Romain Rolland" is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. The work offers an exploration of the life and impact of the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy, emphasizing the profound resonance his ideas and writings had on the intellectual society of his time, particularly in France. This tribute not only encapsulates Tolstoy's artistic and philosophical journey but also reflects how he emerged as a towering figure of moral and spiritual inquiry, deeply loved and debated among his contemporaries. The opening of the work sets the stage for a personal and heartfelt tribute to Tolstoy, detailing the author's profound admiration and the communal experience shared by Rolland and his contemporaries in discovering Tolstoy's literature during the transformative period of the late 19th century. It recounts Rolland's formative years as he and his peers engaged with Tolstoy's works, expressing feelings of connection and revelation through his exploration of themes such as mortality, brotherly love, and human disillusionment. In these early pages, the profound emotional impact of Tolstoy's storytelling and ideas is vividly illustrated, establishing a strong foundation for further reflection on the complexities of his life, beliefs, and artistry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Preface -- Childhood -- Boyhood and youth -- Youth: the army -- Early work: tales of the caucasus -- Sebastopol: war and religion -- St. Petersburg -- "Family happiness" -- Marriage -- "Anna Karenin" -- The crisis -- Reality -- Art and conscience -- Science and art -- Theories of art: music -- "Resurrection" -- Religion and politics -- Old age -- Conclusion. Release date is 2015-07-13 Produced by Clare Graham and Marc D'Hooghe Original publication data not identified Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 Novelists, Russian -- 19th century -- Biography PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49435 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49435 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134133.0 49435