Childhood by Leo Tolstoy

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  • Leo Tolstoy’s Childhood (1852) is a semi-autobiographical novel that explores the innocence, joy, and emotional depth of youth. The story follows Nikolenka, a young boy from an aristocratic Russian family, as he navigates early experiences of love, loss, and self-awareness. Through vivid, nostalgic prose, Tolstoy captures the simplicity of childhood alongside its quiet sorrows, such as separation from a beloved mother and the realization of life's hardships. The novel blends keen psychological insight with lyrical descriptions, offering a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of youth and the inevitable transition into adulthood. It’s Tolstoy’s literary debut. - Summary by Dream AudioBooks
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Episodes
  • XXVIII. Sad Recollections

    XXVIII. Sad Recollections
    Oct 4 2023
    20 mins
  • XXVII. Grief

    XXVII. Grief
    Oct 4 2023
    11 mins
  • XXVI. What Awaited Us at the Country-house

    XXVI. What Awaited Us at the Country-house
    Oct 4 2023
    6 mins

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