The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Tolstoy, Leo, graf (1828–1910). The listed translation credits are Tucker, Benjamin Ricketson (1854–1939).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories" by Leo Tolstoy is a collection of narratives written during the late 19th century. The titular story, "The Kreutzer Sonata," presents a dialogue that dives deep into themes of love, marriage, and morality, primarily through the experiences and musings of the character Posdnicheff, who reveals his tumultuous relationship with his wife. This collection not only explores individual tales but also reflects Tolstoy's profound philosophical and social critiques of the institution of marriage and the complexities of human relationships. At the start of "The Kreutzer Sonata," the protagonist is introduced during a train journey, where various passengers engage in an intense conversation about love and marriage. The atmosphere is charged with differing opinions, particularly between a loquacious lawyer and a cynical merchant, who assert traditional views on gender roles within marriage. The somber undertone of Posdnicheff’s initial silence hints at his troubled past and foreshadows a harrowing tale of jealousy, betrayal, and existential despair. As conversations unfold, they lead to disturbing revelations about marital discontent, which become the basis for Posdnicheff’s own tragic narrative about love and its disillusionment. This opening effectively sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Tolstoy's stark observations on human emotions and societal expectations.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories
- Author credits: Tolstoy, Leo, graf (1828–1910)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Tucker, Benjamin Ricketson (1854–1939)
Catalogue subjects
- Jealousy -- Fiction
- Murder -- Fiction
- Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Short stories
- Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 -- Translations into English
Gutenberg collections
- Anarchism
- Banned Books from Anne Haight's list
- Category: Russian Literature
- Category: Short Stories
- Harvard Classics
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