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From the award-winning translators of Anna Karenina and The Brothers Karamazov comes this magnificent new translation of Tolstoy's masterwork.Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American ReadWar and Peace broadly focuses on Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in 1812 and follows three of the most well-known characters in literature: Pierre Bezukhov, the illegitimate son of a count who is fighting for his inheritance and yearning for spiritual fulfillment; Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, who leaves his family behind to fight in the war against Napoleon; and Natasha Rostov, the beautiful young daughter of a nobleman who intrigues both men.A s Napoleon’s army invades, Tolstoy brilliantly follows characters from diverse backgrounds—peasants and nobility, civilians and soldiers—as they struggle with the problems unique to their era, their history, and their culture. And as the novel progresses, these characters transcend their specificity, becoming some of the most moving—and human—figures in world literature. Review: Light weight but received a damaged edition. - The edition is great and light weight. The best translation of this great work. However, I received it with some damage. Review: Good - Quality of the paper is too bad. Otherwise the content is good.
| Best Sellers Rank | #183,218 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4,984 in Historical Fiction (Books) #5,202 in Classic Fiction (Books) #12,094 in Contemporary Fiction (Books) |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,964) |
| Dimensions | 15.49 x 4.72 x 23.39 cm |
| Edition | Reprint |
| ISBN-10 | 1400079985 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1400079988 |
| Item Weight | 1 kg 200 g |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 1296 pages |
| Publication date | 2 December 2008 |
| Publisher | Vintage |
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Light weight but received a damaged edition.
The edition is great and light weight. The best translation of this great work. However, I received it with some damage.
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Good
Quality of the paper is too bad. Otherwise the content is good.
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War and Peace
War and Peace
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the book came in excellent conditions, my daughter is very happy.
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read at last
I have intended to read War and Peace for many years, but never got round to it. Now I have and am very glad. I thoroughly enjoyed the story, the philosophy near the end less so.
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War and Peace (Vintage Classics) (REVIEW)
Through trial and error, I've rediscovered that nothing sold on the Amazon platform that I've ordered thus far has been unfulfilling. This statement is particularly true for the books and literature. When going through amazon for reading literature, it's not as robust a process as going to a book store or a library, but it's manageable if you have good idea of what you want based on previous likes and affinities; however, if you have no idea what you want, its probably better to go to a location were you can explore first before making up your mind. The item arrived within the shipping window forecasted by the Amazon, and arrived in good condition. Furthermore, testimonial includes, " War and Peace (Vintage Classics) is not just a novel—it’s an entire world. Leo Tolstoy delivers an extraordinary blend of historical fiction, philosophical reflection, and deeply personal human stories set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. This edition presents the text in a clean, readable format that makes engaging with this massive work more approachable. The novel’s greatest strength lies in its scope. Tolstoy moves effortlessly between intimate family dramas and sweeping battle scenes, capturing both the chaos of war and the quiet struggles of everyday life. The characters—especially Pierre, Natasha, and Andrei—are richly developed and evolve in meaningful, believable ways over the course of the story. Beyond the narrative, the book offers profound reflections on fate, free will, history, and human purpose. At times, the philosophical sections can feel dense, but they add depth and elevate the novel beyond traditional historical fiction. This Vintage Classics edition is well-produced, with a readable typeface and durable construction, making it suitable for such a lengthy and demanding book. It’s the kind of volume that becomes a long-term companion rather than a quick read. Pros: Epic storytelling with unforgettable characters Deep philosophical and historical insights Seamless blend of war narrative and personal drama High-quality, readable Vintage Classics edition Immersive and rewarding literary experience Cons: Extremely long and demanding read Philosophical sections may feel slow for some readers Requires patience and sustained attention Overall, War and Peace is a once-in-a-lifetime reading experience. It is challenging, profound, and ultimately deeply rewarding—an essential work for anyone serious about classic literature." PS -all in all, an enjoyable purchasing experience P.W.W
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