War and Peace: The Original 1869 Literary Classic, English Edition

Unique Elements Historical context Detailed 19th century analysis<br/><br/>The Unmissable Epic Literary Classic by Leo Tolstoy<br/>War and Peace by Russian author Leo Tolstoy is a book of literary fiction first published as a book in 1868. This edition features the English translation by Aylmer and Louise Maude, published in 1922-23.<br/>A celebrated classic which has justifiably earned an enduring place in World literature and the hearts of its readers.<br/>Excerpt<br/>‘Pierre was right when he said one must believe in the possibility of happiness in order to be happy, and now I do believe in it. Let the dead bury their dead, but while one has life one must live and be happy!’<br/>Synopsis<br/>Set against the momentous background of Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812, War and Peace, follows three of literature's most famous characters: Pierre Bezukhov, the illegitimate son of a count who struggles for his inheritance and longs for spiritual fulfilment; Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, who leaves behind the safety of his family to fight Napoleon; and Natasha Rostov, the beautiful young daughter of a nobleman who fascinates both men.<br/>Title Details<br/>◆ Original 1922-23 translation<br/>◆ Literary fiction<br/>◆ 7 x 10 in<br/>◆ Matte Cover<br/>◆ Cream Paper