“Art is not, as the metaphysicians say, the manifestation of some mysterious idea of beauty or God; it is not, as the aesthetical physiologists say, a game in which man lets off his excess of stored-up energy; it is not the expression of man's emotions by external signs; it is not the production of pleasing objects; and, above all, it is not pleasure; but it is a means of union among men, joining them together in the same feelings, and indispensable for the life and progress toward well-being of individuals and of humanity.”
Quote by Leo Tolstoy
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Last Steps: The Late Writings of Leo Tolstoy: The Late Writings of Leo Tolstoy
This compilation includes a selection of essays, letters, and other writings by Leo Tolstoy, showcasing his philosophical and spiritual musings as he approached the end of his life. The texts provide a glimpse into his evolving views on faith, morality, and the human condition, reflecting the depth of his intellectual and spiritual journey. more
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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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