“Art can compel people freely, gladly, and spontaneously to sacrifice themselves in the service of man.”
Quote by Leo Tolstoy
Work
What is Art?: And Essays on Art
This book delves into the philosophical and theoretical aspects of art, examining various perspectives on what constitutes art and its role in society. more
Author
Leo Tolstoy
Leo Tolstoy was a Russian writer and thinker, a prominent representative of 19th-century Russian literature. His works deeply revealed social contradictions and human nature, and had a profound impact on the world. more
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