Childhood And Youth: A Tale

By Lev Tolstoi and Leo Tolstoy

Book Overview

Childhood and Youth is the English translation of Leo Tolstoy's autobiographical fiction. The first published novel of the author, it was originally released in the magazine The Contemporary in 1852. It tells the story of a young boy named Nikolay Irtenev, his experiences growing up and his awareness of his own self. The novel's three parts recount the experiences of Nikolay as a child, a boy and as a young man.

As a novel of Russian literature, it examines themes of self-discovery, family, and the changing landscape of Russian society, offering readers a glimpse into the formative years of a character reminiscent of Tolstoy himself. A classic coming-of-age story, Childhood and Youth continues to resonate with readers as a touching and insightful portrayal of growing up.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1179922794
• ISBN13: 9781179922799
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"