Force

By Leo Tolstoy

Book Overview

""Force"" is a philosophical essay written by Leo Tolstoy, the renowned Russian author of ""War and Peace"" and ""Anna Karenina"". In this work, Tolstoy explores the concept of force, its nature, and its effects on human beings. He argues that force, whether physical or moral, is a destructive and oppressive force that violates human freedom and dignity. Tolstoy uses examples from history, literature, and his own personal experiences to illustrate the damaging effects of force on individuals and society as a whole. He also offers a critique of the state and its use of force, arguing that it is a corrupt and unjust institution that perpetuates violence and oppression. Ultimately, Tolstoy advocates for a society based on love, compassion, and mutual respect, one in which force has no place. ""Force"" is a thought-provoking and insightful work that continues to be relevant today.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Pathway of Life: Teaching Love and Wisdom, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766106616.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162849797
• ISBN13: 9781162849799
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"