The Countess Tolstoy's Later Diary 1891-1897

By Countess Alexandra Tolstoy and Alexandra Tolstoy

Book Overview

The Countess Tolstoy's Later Diary 1891-1897 is a book that contains the personal diary entries of Countess Alexandra Tolstoy, wife of the famous Russian writer Leo Tolstoy. The diary covers a period of six years, from 1891 to 1897, and provides a unique insight into the life of the Tolstoy family during this time. In the diary, Countess Tolstoy writes about her daily activities, her thoughts and feelings, and her relationships with family members and friends. She also discusses her husband's work and his views on religion, philosophy, and politics. The diary entries reveal the Countess's deep devotion to her husband and her unwavering support for his ideals and beliefs, even as they sometimes clashed with her own. She also writes about her struggles with illness and her efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The Countess Tolstoy's Later Diary 1891-1897 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life and work of Leo Tolstoy, as well as for those interested in the social and cultural history of Russia in the late 19th century. It provides a unique perspective on the Tolstoy family and their relationships, as well as on the intellectual and cultural milieu of the time.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: 1432593803
• ISBN13: 9781432593803
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"