Reminiscences of Tolstoy

graf Ilia Lvovich Tolstoi

Reminiscences of Tolstoy, by His Son offers an intimate and personal account of the life of one of the world's greatest literary giants, Leo Tolstoy, from the perspective of his own son, Graf Ilia Lvovich Tolstoi. This heartfelt memoir provides a rare and insightful look into the private life of the Russian author, best known for his masterpieces War and Peace and Anna Karenina. Through the eyes of his son, readers gain a deeper understanding of Tolstoys character, his philosophy, and the complex relationships he maintained with family, friends, and society. Graf Ilia Lvovich Tolstoi recounts his experiences growing up in the household of his illustrious father, offering personal anecdotes that reveal the warmth, wisdom, and struggles that defined Tolstoys later years. The memoir delves into Tolstoy's profound spiritual transformation, his renunciation of wealth and social status, and his quest for truth and simplicity. It also explores the challenges that came with being the child of such a famous and complex figure, providing a unique perspective on the impact of Tolstoy's personal choices on his family and those around him.

Table of contents

• Part I
• Reminiscences of Tolstoy
• Family Life in the Country
• The Servants in the House
• The Home of the Tolstoys
• A Journey to the Steppes
• Outdoor Sports
• Anna Karenina
• Part II
• Reminiscences of Tolstoy By his Son Count Ilya Tolstoy
• The Letter-Box
• Sergei Nikolayevitch Tolstoy
• Fet Strakhof Gay
• Turgenieff
• Part III
• Reminiscences of Tolstoy By His Son Count Ilya Tolstoy
• Help for the Famine-Stricken
• My Fathers Illness in the Crimea
• Mashas Death
• My Fathers will. Conclusion