Tolstoy

"Tolstoy" by Romain Rolland is a biography from the early 1900s, about the life and influence of Russian author Leo Tolstoy and how his work resonated with intellectuals, especially in France. The book highlights Tolstoy as not only an artist but also a moral and spiritual leader who was both admired and questioned. The story starts with a personal tribute, describing the author’s deep respect for Tolstoy, focusing on how Rolland and others discovered Tolstoy’s stories in the late 1800s. It shares how Rolland and his friends connected with Tolstoy's books, exploring ideas about death, love, and disappointment. These beginning pages clearly show how Tolstoy's stories and ideas powerfully moved people, setting the stage to further examine the complex life, views, and art of the famous writer.