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The Cossacks
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ISBN13: 9781025579825
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 278
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Cossacks is a masterful short novel by Leo Tolstoy that explores the clash between sophisticated urban society and the raw, untamed beauty of the Russian frontier. The story follows Dmitry Olenin, a disillusioned young aristocrat who seeks a fresh start by joining the army in the Caucasus. Hoping to escape the superficiality of Moscow life, Olenin finds himself captivated by the rugged landscape and the vibrant, unpretentious culture of the local Cossack people.
As he becomes increasingly integrated into the village of Novomlinovsk, Olenin falls in love with the beautiful Maryanka and attempts to adopt the simple, honest lifestyle of his new companions. However, he soon faces the realization that his background and education create an insurmountable barrier between himself and the people he admires. Drawing heavily on Tolstoy's own experiences as a young soldier, The Cossacks serves as a profound meditation on nature, morality, and the search for an authentic life. It remains a cornerstone of Russian literature, offering a vivid portrayal of the nineteenth-century Caucasus and a timeless exploration of the human condition.
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