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The publication of The Kreutzer Sonata in 1889 marked a pivotal moment in intellectual discourse around the globe. Censored in Russia, this provocative novella ignited passionate debates in Europe, America, and Asia about sexual abstinence and the hypocrisy surrounding marriage. Through its gripping narrative, Tolstoy presents his controversial views on sexuality, suggesting that physical desire can hinder genuine connections between men and women, often leading to tragic outcomes. Celebrated as a masterclass in storytelling, The Kreutzer Sonata remains one of Tolstoys most compelling works. (...

Join Lisa VanDamme as she guides you through The Kreutzer Sonata by Leo Tolstoy. Recommended Book Url: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Short-Tolstoy-Perennial-Classics/dp/0060586974?fbclid=IwAR06h_FP4OpEkqUuNwviLYMeqLpN-NCOCf-6t2YTNDy0NAyz-hr7ESSglS0&_branch_match_id=984938571057277787&_branch_referrer=H4sIAAAAAAAAA8soKSkottLXL0pNTCnPLMnITdVLLCjQy8nMy9YvcAmpNMpL9XXNSgIAAO83PicAAAA%3D What's Included An audiobook read by Lisa VanDamme; the text of each chapter in the app, so you can read along as you listen; and chapter-by chapter motivational and explanatory commentary by Lisa VanDamme to help ...