Youth
A Russian Tale of Youth, Love, and Moral Dilemmas in 19th-Century SocietyBy Leo graf Tolstoy
Length7h
About this audiobook
In "Youth," Leo Tolstoy delves into the tumultuous journey of adolescence, capturing the myriad emotions and conflicts that accompany the transition from childhood innocence to adult responsibilities. The narrative is imbued with a rich psychological depth, employing a candid, introspective style that reflects Tolstoy's own youthful experiences. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian society, the novel intricately explores themes of idealism, self-awareness, and the existential struggles young individuals face. With its unflinching realism, "Youth" offers valuable insights into the formative events that shape one'Äôs identity and moral compass. Leo Tolstoy, a literary giant and philosopher, was profoundly influenced by his own tumultuous youth, which included struggles with societal expectations and personal beliefs. Born into an aristocratic family, Tolstoy's experiences in the military and his deep questioning of social norms fueled his desire to articulate the inner lives of young people grappling with similar dilemmas. His keen observations of life and love during youth culminate in this semi-autobiographical novel, enriching its narrative with authenticity. "Youth" is a must-read for anyone interested in the psychological complexities of growing up. Tolstoy'Äôs skillful portrayal of youthful passions and disillusionments resonates powerfully, making it relevant for modern readers seeking to understand the timeless struggles of coming of age. This novel is not only a reflection of its time but also a poignant exploration of universal themes that continue to echo through the ages.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length7 hrs
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 21, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. WHAT I CONSIDER TO HAVE BEEN THE BEGINNING OF MY YOUTH
24XXIV. LOVE
2II. SPRINGTIME
25XXV. I BECOME BETTER ACQUAINTED WITH THE NECHLUDOFFS
3III. DREAMS
26XXVI. I SHOW OFF
4IV. OUR FAMILY CIRCLE
27XXVII. DIMITRI
5V. MY RULES
28XXVIII. IN THE COUNTRY
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6VI. CONFESSION
29XXIX. RELATIONS BETWEEN THE GIRLS AND OURSELVES
7VII. THE EXPEDITION TO THE MONASTERY
30XXX. HOW I EMPLOYED MY TIME
8VIII. THE SECOND CONFESSION
31XXXI. “COMME IL FAUT”
9IX. HOW I PREPARED MYSELF FOR THE EXAMINATIONS
32XXXII. YOUTH
10X. THE EXAMINATION IN HISTORY
33XXXIII. OUR NEIGHBOURS
11XI. MY EXAMINATION IN MATHEMATICS
34XXXIV. MY FATHER’S SECOND MARRIAGE
12XII. MY EXAMINATION IN LATIN
35XXXV. HOW WE RECEIVED THE NEWS
13XIII. I BECOME GROWN-UP
36XXXVI. THE UNIVERSITY
14XIV. HOW WOLODA AND DUBKOFF AMUSED THEMSELVES
37XXXVII. AFFAIRS OF THE HEART
15XV. I AM FETED AT DINNER
38XXXVIII. THE WORLD
16XVI. THE QUARREL
39XXXIX. THE STUDENTS’ FEAST
17XVII. I GET READY TO PAY SOME CALLS
40XL. MY FRIENDSHIP WITH THE NECHLUDOFFS
18XVIII. THE VALAKHIN FAMILY
41XLI. MY FRIENDSHIP WITH THE NECHLUDOFFS
19XIX. THE KORNAKOFFS
42XLII. OUR STEPMOTHER
20XX. THE IWINS
43XLIII. NEW COMRADES
21XXI. PRINCE IVAN IVANOVITCH
44XLIV. ZUCHIN AND SEMENOFF
22XXII. INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH MY FRIEND
45XLV. I COME TO GRIEF
23XXIII. THE NECHLUDOFFS
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