“The truth is that the State is a conspiracy designed not only to exploit, but above all to corrupt its citizens... Henceforth, I shall never serve any government anywhere.”
Quote by Leo Tolstoy
Work
Anna karenina (Arcadia Classics)
Anna Karenina is a profound literary work by Leo Tolstoy, renowned for its intricate character development and exploration of complex human emotions. The story follows the tragic life of Anna Karenina, a married woman who embarks on an affair, leading to a series of consequences that challenge the societal and moral fabric of her time. 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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