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Immerse yourself in the world of Lev Nikolaevich Tolstoy at Yasnaya Polyana, the estate where he lived with his family. Discover Tolstoy's bedroom, family tree, military history, and more. Delve into his personal life through portraits, photographs, and monuments. Learn about his interactions with notable figures like Gandhi and Chekhov. Visit his study, see where he ploughed fields, and experience key moments through historical images. Witness his familial bonds and final days, including his funeral and resting place. Uncover the profound impact of Tolstoy's works and ideals, from his excommunication to contemporary reflections. Explore the enduring connection between Tolstoy and Yasnaya Polyana.
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Yasnaya Polyana (Clear Glade), one of the Tolstoy family estates on which Lev Nikolaevich settled with his wife and children
Sofiia Andreevna Behrs-Tolstaya and daughter Aleksandra, Portrait by Nikolai Ge (1831-94), 1886
Sample of Posrednik publications; book vendor of Tolstoy’s works on the street
Tolstoy and Maksim Gor’kii (1868-1936), 1900, Yasnaya Polyana (photo by Sofiya Andreevna)
Tolstoy, color photo, by Sergei Prokudin-Gorskii, 1908(first color photo portrait in Russia)
Tolstoy Grave at Yasnaya Polyana(no gravestone, according to his wishes)
Tolstoy and the Excommunication • http://www.pravoslavie.ru/english/42983.htm