Resurrection
Enriched edition. A Journey of Redemption and Enlightenment in 19th-Century RussiaBy Leo Tolstoy
Length20h 28m
About this audiobook
In Leo Tolstoy's powerful novel "Resurrection," the narrative unfolds as a profound exploration of redemption and moral awakening through the life of Prince Nekhlyudov. Written in 1899, this text employs a realist literary style, characterized by its deep psychological insight and a robust depiction of 19th-century Russian society. As Nekhlyudov confronts the consequences of his past actions against Katerina Maslova, a woman he once wronged, the novel critiques social injustices and the criminal justice system, revealing the underlying connections between personal responsibility and societal corruption. The novel's structure reveals a transformation driven by guilt and the quest for spiritual renewal, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition. Tolstoy, influenced by his own spiritual turmoil and advocacy for social reform, penned "Resurrection" during a period of profound personal introspection following his conversion to a more ascetic lifestyle. The author, often grappling with themes of faith, morality, and societal critique throughout his career, uses this novel as a culmination of his philosophical inquiries, seeking to articulate a pathway to spiritual salvation amidst the chaos of human existence. His passion for promoting social justice deeply informs the narrative's fervent moral inquiry. "Resurrection" is highly recommended for anyone seeking a rich and compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of morality, redemption, and the possibility of transformation. It challenges readers to reflect on their own ethical responsibilities and the impact of societal structures on individuals. Tolstoy's masterful storytelling enchants while it educates, making this work essential for those who appreciate literature's capacity to foster profound personal and societal reflection.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length20 hrs 28 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 10, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
70Chapter V
2Introduction
71Chapter VI
3Synopsis
72Chapter VII
4Historical Context
73Chapter VIII
5Author Biography
74Chapter IX
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6Translator's Preface
75Chapter X
7Chapter I
76Chapter XI
8Chapter II
77Chapter XIII
9Chapter III
78Chapter XIV
10Chapter IV
79Chapter XV
11Chapter V
80Chapter XVI
12Chapter VI
81Chapter XVII
13Chapter VII
82Chapter XVIII
14Chapter VIII
83Chapter XIX
15Chapter IX
84Chapter XX
16Chapter X
85Chapter XXI
17Chapter XI
86Chapter XXII
18Chapter XII
87Chapter XXIII
19Chapter XIII
88Chapter XXIV
20Chapter XIV
89Chapter XXV
21Chapter XV
90Chapter XXVI
22Chapter XVI
91Chapter XXVII
23Chapter XVII
92Chapter XXVIII
24Chapter XVIII
93Chapter XXIX
25Chapter XIX
94Chapter XXX
26Chapter XX
95Chapter XXXI
27Chapter XXI
96Chapter XXXII
28Chapter XXII
97Chapter XXXIII
29Chapter XXIII
98Chapter XXXIV
30Chapter XXIV
99Chapter XXXV
31Chapter XXV
100Chapter XXXVI
32Chapter XXVI
101Chapter XXXVII
33Chapter XXVII
102Chapter XXXVIII
34Chapter XXVIII
103Chapter XXXIX
35Chapter XXIX
104Chapter XL
36Chapter XXX
105Chapter XLI
37Chapter XXXI
106Chapter XLII
38Chapter XXXII
107Chapter I
39Chapter XXXIII
108Chapter II
40Chapter XXXIV
109Chapter III
41Chapter XXXV
110Chapter IV
42Chapter XXXVI
111Chapter V
43Chapter XXXVII
112Chapter VI
44Chapter XXXVIII
113Chapter VII
45Chapter XXXIX
114Chapter VIII
46Chapter XL
115Chapter IX
47Chapter XLI
116Chapter X
48Chapter XLII
117Chapter XI
49Chapter XLIII
118Chapter XII
50Chapter XLIV
119Chapter XIII
51Chapter XLV
120Chapter XIV
52Chapter XLVI
121Chapter XV
53Chapter XLVII
122Chapter XVI
54Chapter XLVIII
123Chapter XVII
55Chapter XLIX
124Chapter XVIII
56Chapter L
125Chapter XIX
57Chapter LI
126Chapter XX
58Chapter LII
127Chapter XXI
59Chapter LIII
128Chapter XXII
60Chapter LIV
129Chapter XXIII
61Chapter LV
130Chapter XXIV
62Chapter LVI
131Chapter XXV
63Chapter LVII
132Chapter XXVI
64Chapter LVIII
133Chapter XXVII
65Chapter LIX
134Chapter XXVIII
66Chapter I
135Analysis
67Chapter II
136Reflection
68Chapter III
137Memorable Quotes
69Chapter IV
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