A major translation of Tolstoy`s enduring classic, by the author of the acclaimed biography Tolstoy: A Russian Life (Profile, 2010)
The translation captures with unparalleled accuracy Tolstoy`s style, meaning, and emotion. It is based on the best Russian text available, and enhanced by meticulous research
The introduction and notes are informed by Bartlett`s intimate knowledge of Tolstoy`s life, the contexts in which he wrote, and insight into his literary artistry and achievements
Includes a note on the translation, select bibliography, chronology of Tolstoy`s life, list of characters, and guide to pronunciation