What Men Live by and Other Tales
What Men Live by and Other Tales
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Russia • 1880s
2004
Adult
14+ years
Super Short Summary
What Men Live by and Other Tales is a collection of short stories by Leo Tolstoy, exploring profound themes of human existence. It includes "What Men Live By," "Three Questions," "The Coffee-House of Surat," and "How Much Land Does a Man Need?" The stories delve into morality, compassion, and the pursuit of wisdom and fulfillment.
Contemplative
Inspirational
Emotional
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
What Men Live By and Other Tales by Leo Tolstoy receives praise for its philosophical depth and moral teachings, offering profound insights into human nature and spirituality. Critics appreciate its clear, engaging storytelling. However, some readers find the moral lessons overly didactic. Despite this, the book remains a compelling exploration of compassion and empathy.
Who Should Read What Men Live by and Other Tales?
Readers who appreciate philosophical and spiritual themes will enjoy Tolstoy's What Men Live By and Other Tales. Ideal for fans of Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov or Coelho's The Alchemist, it caters to those who seek profound reflections on morality and human nature.
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Short Story • Fiction
Russia • 1880s
2004
Adult
14+ years
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