Where Love Is, There God Is Also
Where Love Is, There God Is Also
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
19th century Russia
2005
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
"Where Love Is, There God Is Also" by Leo Tolstoy follows a shoemaker who, after personal loss, searches for meaning and discovers spiritual fulfillment in acts of kindness and love. The story illustrates themes of faith, compassion, and divine presence in everyday life, emphasizing how one finds God through love and service to others.
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Where Love Is, There God Is Also by Leo Tolstoy is praised for its profound exploration of faith and love, offering a simple yet impactful narrative that resonates with readers seeking spiritual insight. Some critics find its moralistic tone overly didactic, but most appreciate its heartfelt message and enduring relevance.
Who Should Read Where Love Is, There God Is Also?
A thoughtful reader who appreciates moral and spiritual themes, similar to those in Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov or Eliot's Silas Marner, would enjoy Tolstoy's Where Love Is, There God Is Also. Ideal for those drawn to introspective tales of faith and redemption.
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Short Story • Fiction
19th century Russia
2005
Adult
12-18 years
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