The Death of Ivan Ilych
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The Death of Ivan Ilych

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eBook - ePub

The Death of Ivan Ilych

About this book

The Death of Ivan Ilyich is a novella written by Leo Tolstoy, first published in 1886. The story centers around Ivan Ilyich, a high-ranking judge in 19th-century Russia, who lives a conventional and superficial life. However, when Ivan falls ill and realizes that he is dying, he undergoes a profound existential crisis. As he grapples with his impending mortality, Ivan reflects on the emptiness and hypocrisy of his previous existence, questioning the meaning of life and the nature of true happiness. Tolstoy masterfully portrays Ivan's psychological journey, depicting his inner turmoil, fear, and ultimately, acceptance of death. Through Ivan's experiences, Tolstoy offers profound insights into the human condition, the pursuit of authenticity, and the inevitability of death, making "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" a timeless masterpiece of Russian literature.

Information

Publisher
Truesign Publisher
Year
2024
Topic
Literature
eBook ISBN
9789359045757
Subtopic
Classics
Index
Literature

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Contents
  4. CHAPTER I
  5. CHAPTER II
  6. CHAPTER III
  7. CHAPTER IV
  8. CHAPTER V
  9. CHAPTER VI
  10. CHAPTER VII
  11. CHAPTER VIII
  12. CHAPTER IX
  13. CHAPTER X
  14. CHAPTER XI
  15. CHAPTER XII

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