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The Cossacks and Other Stories

Leo Tolstoy
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The Cossacks and Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2006

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Leo Tolstoy

The Cossacks and Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

483

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Russian Literature
Setting

Caucasus Mountains • 1850s

Topic
Military & War

World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Cossacks and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy is a collection that explores themes of life, love, and morality. It includes "The Cossacks," where a young aristocrat immerses in Cossack life, and "Lucerne," among others, highlighting human experiences and societal reflections. Through captivating narratives, the collection delves into personal growth and understanding.

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Adventurous

Emotional

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.2

1,157 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Cossacks and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy is praised for its vivid portrayal of Russian life and deep exploration of human nature. Readers appreciate its insightful character studies and philosophical depth. However, some find the pacing slow and the narratives less engaging compared to Tolstoy's longer works. Overall, it remains an enriching read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Cossacks and Other Stories?

Fans of Russian literature and profound philosophical themes will relish The Cossacks and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy. Readers who enjoy Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment or Turgenev's Fathers and Sons will appreciate Tolstoy's exploration of identity, morality, and society intertwined with rich storytelling.

4.2

1,157 ratings

76%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

483

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Russian Literature
Setting

Caucasus Mountains • 1850s

Topic
Military & War

World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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