War and Peace (2 Volume Set)

Volume 1
Napoleon's invasion of Russia in 1812 and the upheaval this war caused, especially in aristocratic circles It is a masterpiece that reflects reality with extremely realistic scenes and detailed and in-depth analysis. Napoleon's armies, which are advancing by defeating the monarchies in Europe one after another, are advancing towards Moscow. Russian aristocrats are preparing for battle against this frightening war machine, while at the same time they are struggling with their personal troubles. War and Peace, which takes a panoramic photograph of Russia in the first half of the 19th century, skillfully reflects the farm life in villages and towns as well as close observations of the noble class. This magnificent river novel, considered one of the most successful works of world literature, depicts the chaos brought by wars, the irrationality, the contradiction with human conscience and ethics; It reveals the futility in the words and efforts of those in power and those who promise great victories.

Volume 2
War and Peace, considered one of the ten greatest works of world literature, goes deep into the problem of war and domination and the human conditions that result from wars. offers a glimpse. Napoleon's Battle of Borodino, which brought French and Russian soldiers face to face as a result of Napoleon's occupation of Moscow, caused a great turmoil in society. In this battle where the winner is uncertain, both armies suffer great losses. War and Peace, which is remembered for its war scenes that have a unique place in the history of literature, can also be read as the diary of this great war. The novel, which deals with the social and economic conditions of the Russian society under war, with a great richness of characters, discusses themes such as love, ambition, hostility and death.