Leo Tolstoy's 20 Greatest Short Stories Annotated

The collection features 20 of Leo Tolstoy's finest short stories, offering a vivid portrayal of late 19th-century Russia and its inhabitants. An introduction by Andrew Barger sets the context, while annotations clarify challenging Russian terms. Additionally, the book includes a biography of Tolstoy, enhanced with photographs of his family, enriching the reader's understanding of the author's life and influences. These classic tales showcase Tolstoy's literary prowess beyond his renowned novels.