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War and Peace Leo Tolstoy
Historical Fiction
Russian Literature
War
1889
Hardcover
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About War and Peace

War and Peace is a novel by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy, first published serially, then in its entirety in 1869. It is regarded as one of Tolstoy's finest literary achievements and remains a classic of world literature. The narrative chronicles the history of the French invasion of Russia through the eyes of five Russian aristocratic families and reflects on the philosophical themes of war, peace, and the human condition.

Identifying the First Edition of War and Peace

Look for the original Russian text printed by The Russian Messenger in 1869.