What Is Art? What Is Religion? (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781434468697)

What Is Art? What Is Religion? presents Leo Tolstoy's searching reflections on the nature and purpose of artistic expression and spiritual belief. In these two interconnected essays, Tolstoy critiques the aesthetic standards of his time and argues that true art must convey sincere moral and emotional truths. He further explores the role of religion in shaping ethical life, emphasizing simplicity, compassion, and authenticity. These provocative works challenge readers to reconsider the value of culture and faith in human society.

Translated by Aylmer Maude, V. Tchertkoff, and A.C. Fifield.