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The Root Of All Evil

The Root Of All Evil

Tolstoy, Leo
Dole, Nathan Haskell

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PhilosophyLetters & Essays

ISBN10: 1425468802
ISBN13: 9781425468804
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Dec 8 2005
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.25 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Root of All Evil is a philosophical and moralistic treatise by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. In this book, Tolstoy explores the concept of evil and its origins in human society. He argues that the root of all evil is the desire for power, wealth, and material possessions, which leads to greed, envy, and corruption.Tolstoy presents his arguments through a series of essays, stories, and parables that illustrate the destructive consequences of human greed and the virtues of simplicity, humility, and compassion. He also draws on his own experiences and observations of Russian society to provide a vivid and compelling critique of the social and economic inequalities that he saw as fueling the greed and corruption of his time.Overall, The Root of All Evil is a powerful and thought-provoking work that challenges readers to reflect on the nature of evil and the values that guide our lives. It is a timeless classic that remains relevant today, offering insights and wisdom that can help us navigate the complexities of modern society and find meaning and purpose in our lives.THIS 24 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Dramatic Works of Leo Tolstoy, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417923202.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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