Tolstoy's Gospel and Religion

This book not only presents Leo Tolstoy's literary works that caused a stir in cultural and religious circles, but also delves into the profound controversy he created with his rigorous criticism of the Christian Church and its interpretations of the Bible. In these pages, Tolstoy presents a distinct vision of what he considers the essence of faith, believing that church doctrines have deviated from Christ's original teachings. The book traces Tolstoy's intellectual path, from literary writ...