The Last Days of Tolstoy

In this intimate memoir, a longtime confidant of Leo Tolstoy lifts the veil on the turbulent final years of the great novelist’s life. Through a series of candid letters and recollections, the narrator confronts the swirl of rumors, political intrigue, and personal betrayals that surrounded Tolstoy’s departure from his beloved Yasnaya Polyana. The tone is thoughtful yet urgent, reflecting a deep sense of duty to set the record straight.

Listeners will discover the stark contrast between the public’s idealized image of Tolstoy’s “peaceful” estate and the harsh realities of family strife, legal battles, and spiritual anguish that tested his convictions. The account weaves together heartfelt anecdotes, quiet moments of contemplation, and the weight of moral responsibility felt by those closest to him. It offers a nuanced portrait of a man wrestling with his own principles as he faces the final chapter of his remarkable journey.