Autobiography of Countess Tolstoy by S. A. Tolstaia

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Author Tolstaia, S. A. (Sofia Andreevna), 1844-1919
Translator Koteliansky, S. S. (Samuel Solomonovitch), 1880-1955
Translator Woolf, Leonard, 1880-1969
Editor Spiridonov, V. S. (Vasilii Spiridonovich), 1878-1952
Title Autobiography of Countess Tolstoy
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Summary "Autobiography of Countess Tolstoy" by S. A. Tolstaia is a personal memoir written in the early 20th century. This autobiographical work intricately chronicles the life of Countess Sophie Andreevna Tolstoy, providing insight into her experiences as the wife of the renowned writer Leo Tolstoy. The overarching theme revolves around her domestic life, relationships, and the complexities of living alongside one of literature's greatest figures, as well as the emotional turmoil resulting from their evolving marriage. The opening of the autobiography introduces the reader to Countess Tolstoy's early life, detailing her upbringing in a large family, her education, and the cultural influences that shaped her. It also discusses her initial relationship with Leo, emphasizing their deep affection amidst the backdrop of societal changes in Russia. Sophie reflects on her transition into marriage, where she not only assumed traditional roles but also played a pivotal part in managing the household and contributing to her husband's literary endeavors. This opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their partnership, marked by love, tension, and the eventual strains that interceded in their lives as he sought meaning and truth away from family commitments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910
Subject Tolstaia, S. A. (Sofia Andreevna), 1844-1919
Subject Women -- Russia -- 19th century -- Biography
Subject Novelists, Russian -- 19th century -- Biography
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