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The book explores the profound impact of Leo Tolstoy and William Shakespeare on literature and society. Tolstoy, a Russian aristocrat and moral philosopher, is celebrated for his realistic portrayal of 19th-century Russia and his advocacy for nonviolent resistance, influencing figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Gandhi. In contrast, Shakespeare, known as England's national poet, revolutionized English literature with his extensive body of work, including comedies, historical plays, and tragedies, solidifying his status as a pivotal figure in literary history.
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Tolstoy on Shakespeare, Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Tolstoy on Shakespeare
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy
- Publisher
- Book Jungle
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 122
- ISBN13
- 9781438535746
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The book explores the profound impact of Leo Tolstoy and William Shakespeare on literature and society. Tolstoy, a Russian aristocrat and moral philosopher, is celebrated for his realistic portrayal of 19th-century Russia and his advocacy for nonviolent resistance, influencing figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Gandhi. In contrast, Shakespeare, known as England's national poet, revolutionized English literature with his extensive body of work, including comedies, historical plays, and tragedies, solidifying his status as a pivotal figure in literary history.