Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics)
Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics)
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Book Summary
| This powerful novel, Tolstoy’s third major masterpiece, after War and Peace and Anna Karenina, begins with a courtroom drama (the finest in Russian literature) all the more stunning for being based on a real-life event. Dmitri Nekhlyudov, called to jury service, is astonished to see in the dock, charged with murder, a young woman whom he once seduced, propelling her into prostitution. She is found guilty on a technicality, and he determines to overturn the verdict. This pitches him into a hellish labyrinth of Russian courts, prisons and bureaucracy, in which the author loses no opportunity for satire and bitter criticism of a state system (not confined to that country) of cruelty and injustice. This is Dickens for grown-ups, involving a hundred characters, Crime and Punishment brought forward half a century. With unforgettable set-pieces of sexual passion, conflict and social injustice, Resurrection proceeds from brothel to court-room, stinking cells to offices of state, luxury apartments to filthy life in Siberia. The ultimate crisis of moral responsibility embroils not only the famous author and his hero, but also you and me. Can we help resolve the eternal issues of law and imprisonment? |
Language: English
Paperback: 496 pages
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions Ltd (2014)
ISBN-10: 9781840227284
ISBN-13: 9781840227284
Genre: Classics
Shipping Weight: 65 grams
Condition: New
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Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics)
Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics) Book Description
Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics) opens with a tense courtroom that throws readers into a gripping Russian legal drama. Dmitri Nekhlyudov is summoned for jury duty and discovers the defendant is a young woman he once seduced and forced into prostitution. Shocked by her conviction on a technicality, he vows to overturn the verdict. This choice drags him through a nightmarish maze of courts, prisons, and bureaucracy, exposing cruelty and injustice far beyond Russia’s borders.
Readers will follow Nekhlyudov as he meets a hundred vivid characters, from brothel matriarchs to Siberian laborers. The story shifts smoothly from opulent apartments to squalid cells, painting a stark portrait of society’s extremes. Throughout the journey, Tolstoy blends passionate romance with sharp social criticism, reminding us that personal responsibility and moral redemption sit side by side.
Fans of Dickens and Dostoevsky will appreciate Tolstoy’s masterful satire and the intense emotional depth. Meanwhile, modern readers can relate to timeless questions about law, guilt, and conscience. Because the plot is based on a real‑life case, its authenticity adds an extra layer of intrigue and relevance.
Key Features of Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics)
This paperback edition offers a clear, readable layout that honors the original Russian masterpiece. At 496 pages, it includes helpful footnotes that explain historical references without breaking the flow. Additionally, the Wordsworth Classics imprint provides a durable cover and high‑quality paper, making the book suitable for collectors and casual readers alike.
Moreover, the novel’s structure alternates between courtroom drama and raw Siberian life, creating a compelling contrast that keeps the pacing dynamic. Each chapter ends with a moment that urges readers to consider their own moral choices, turning the reading experience into an interactive exploration.
Why Read This Book?
Readers can discover how Tolstoy explores the limits of justice and compassion. The story challenges us to ask whether we would act like Nekhlyudov when faced with a similar injustice. Furthermore, the vivid descriptions bring 19th‑century Russia to life, offering a window into a world that feels both distant and familiar.
Additionally, Resurrection offers a rare blend of literary elegance and social protest. Because Tolstoy never shies away from exposing flaws in the legal system, the novel remains strikingly relevant to today’s discussions about prison reform and human rights. Many readers find that the moral urgency stays with them long after the final page.
About This Book
Published by Wordsworth Editions Ltd in 2014, this paperback edition of Resurrection (Wordsworth Classics) weighs only 65 grams, making it easy to transport. The English translation preserves Tolstoy’s lyrical style while ensuring clarity for contemporary audiences. ISBN‑10: 9781840227284; ISBN‑13: 9781840227284. For more details, visit the Goodreads page or explore our collection of the best English books at Kalimat Store.
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