About the book: 2024 / Leo Tolstoy, recognized as a classic of Russian literature throughout the world, still remains a controversial figure in the eyes of readers. For some, he is a brilliant artist, creator of masterpieces, for others, a great thinker and philosopher, for others, a family despot and serf-owner. Some consider him a genius, others consider him a schizophrenic. Over time, the role of Tolstoy, his influence on world literature, and the assessment of his views on ethics and history have been repeatedly revised. Tolstoy has often been exalted and subverted. What was he really like? About this in the new book of the “The most complete biography” series. The publishing layout of the book is saved in PDF A4 format.