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War and Peace
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Pocket Penguin Classics
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L.N. Tolstoy, Anthony Briggs (Translated by)
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Free shipping NZ wide Ships within 24 hours from local supplier | Rating: | | | Format: | Paperback, 1408 pages | | Release Date: | 25 May 2006 |
Considered by many to the greatest novel ever written, Tolstoy's masterpiece is a story of family life set against the backdrop of war. The novel begins in 1805, in the crowded and gossip-filled rooms of a St Petersburg party, and follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Bolkonsky and Rostov families as Napoleon's armies sweep through Europe, culminating in the French invasion of Russia in 1812 and Napoleon's defeat. Tolstoy's vast novel takes in both the epic sweep of national events and the private experience of individuals, from the keen young soldier to Napoleon himself, and at the heart of it all, the complicated triangle of affection that binds his central characters. About the AuthorProfessor Tony Briggs is former Professor of Russian at the University of Birmingham, and has translated widely from the Russian, especially Pushkin, is the author of several critical books on Russian literature. ReviewsBrigg's 2006 translation of Tolstoy's old doorstop was paraded by critics, many of whom hailed it as the best rendition to date. This fine addition to Penguin's marvelous "Classics Deluxe" line includes the full text, chapter summaries, textual notes, character lists by family, maps, and more. It's a Russian lit (and Tolstoy head's) dream, especially at this price (the 2006 hardcover was $40). Copyright 2007 Reed Business Information. |
| Publisher: | Penguin Classics | | ISBN: | 0141025115 |
| EAN: | 9780141025117 | | Dimensions: | 18.0 x 11.0 x 5.0 centimeters (0.86 kg) |
| Age Range: |
15+ years |
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Indeed a masterpiece! Traversing many years, through times of peace then the build-up into the war. Combines romance, adventure, politics and so much more into a great novel. It's a big book so may be daunting but fon't be scared off! It's so worthwhile and extremely educational for those who aren't familiar with Russia at that time and their communications with Napoleon. I felt like I'd watched an epic movie at completion...highly recommended!
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This is a beautiful edition, with excellent notes. Easy to read and on quality paper, this printing of "War & Peace" is exquisite. One of the nicest covers I have seen, and excellent value for this great classic. War & Peace has something to offer every reader, and is a beautiful, moving piece of literature that is singularly enthralling and engaging. An excellent buy. The notes in this version make it particularly worthwhile and a very enjoyable read.
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