The Death of Ivan Ilych
by Leo Tolstoy, adapted by Donald Freed

Name: The Death of Ivan Ilych
Brand: Leo Tolstoy, adapted by Donald Freed
SKU: 9780881452365
Rating: 4.14 (2 reviews)

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90 mins

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the powerful and profound exploration of life and death in this poignant work by Tolstoy. Many find it to be an unforgettable and beautifully written reflection on the emptiness of a life lived without authenticity, resonating deeply with their own experiences and thoughts on mortality. The themes of regret and introspection evoke strong emotions, making it a cherished yet heavy read for many.

Profound exploration of life and deathBeautifully written and poignantEvokes strong emotionsUnforgettable and thought-provokingSome find it too grim and heavy

Synopsis

One of Leo Tolstoy's most celebrated pieces of late fiction, ILYCH deals with the tyranny of the bourgeois niceties, the weakness in the human heart, living without meaning, and death.

Ivan Ilych has spent his life chasing after wealth and status while ignoring his family.

After a minor accident, it becomes clear that Ivan Ilyich is going to die.

Contemplating his life, Ivan Ilych realizes that he has lived an empty existence as he finds himself totally alone.

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