Kholstomer (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425478711)

Kholstomer is a novella written by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. The story centers around the life of a horse named Kholstomer, who is owned by a wealthy landowner. Kholstomer is a proud and intelligent horse, who is able to communicate with other animals and humans. He is also a skilled racer, winning many races and earning the admiration of his owner.However, Kholstomer's life takes a tragic turn when he is sold to a cruel and abusive owner. He is mistreated and forced to work long hours, causing him to become bitter and resentful. Kholstomer's thoughts and feelings are explored in detail throughout the novella, as he struggles to come to terms with his new life.The story is told from the perspective of Kholstomer, giving readers a unique insight into the mind of a horse. Tolstoy uses Kholstomer's experiences to explore themes such as freedom, oppression, and the nature of humanity. The novella is a powerful and thought-provoking work, showcasing Tolstoy's skill as a writer and his ability to create complex and compelling characters.THIS 54 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Cossacks, Sevastopol, The Invaders and Other Stories, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417917644.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.

Author: Leo Tolstoy
ISBN-10: 1425478719
ISBN-13: 9781425478711
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/08/2005
Pages: 56
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.33lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.12d