The Kreutzer Sonata
by Leo Tolstoy, Isai Kamen, Doris Lessing
The Kreutzer Sonata by Leo Tolstoy, Isai Kamen, Doris Lessing holds a well received rating of 3.90 out of 5, based on 10.9K reader ratings. First published in 1889. The book spans 128 pages.
About The Kreutzer Sonata
When Marshal of the Nobility Pozdnyshev suspects his wife of having an affair with her music partner, his jealousy consumes him and drives him to murder. Controversial upon publication in 1890, The Kreutzer Sonata illuminates Tolstoy’s then-feverish Christian ideals, his conflicts with lust and the hypocrisies of nineteenth-century marriage, and his thinking on the role of art and music in society.In her Introduction, Doris Lessing shows how relevant The Kreutzer Sonata is to our understanding of Tolstoy the artist, as well as to feminism and literature. This Modern Library Paperback Classic also contains Tolstoy’s Sequel to the Kruetzer Sonata.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Leo Tolstoy, Isai Kamen, Doris Lessing |
| Published | 1889 |
| Pages | 128 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction, Music |
| Average Rating | 3.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,915 |
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What genre is The Kreutzer Sonata?
The Kreutzer Sonata is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Music. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Kreutzer Sonata worth reading?
Based on 10.9K reader ratings, The Kreutzer Sonata has an average score of 3.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Kreutzer Sonata?
The Kreutzer Sonata has 128 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote The Kreutzer Sonata?
The Kreutzer Sonata was written by Leo Tolstoy, Isai Kamen, Doris Lessing. It was first published in 1889.
What is the ISBN for The Kreutzer Sonata?
The ISBN-13 for The Kreutzer Sonata is 9780812968230.0.
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