Leo Tolstoy's collection of short stories, "What Men Live By and Other Tales," is a poignant exploration of the human experience and the power of love and compassion. The stories in this collection are beautifully written and offer profound insights into what it means to truly live a meaningful life.

Each story in this collection touches on themes such as forgiveness, redemption, and the importance of human connection. Tolstoy's writing is filled with depth and emotion, and he skillfully captures the complexities of the human spirit in each tale.

One of the standout stories in this collection is "What Men Live By," which follows a shoemaker who discovers the true meaning of life through his interactions with a mysterious stranger. This story beautifully conveys the idea that love and compassion are the things that truly sustain us and bring meaning to our lives.

Overall, "What Men Live By and Other Tales" is a powerful and thought-provoking collection of stories that will resonate with readers long after they have finished reading. Tolstoy's timeless wisdom and insight into the human condition make this a must-read for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of what it means to be truly alive.

Book Description:
This is a collection of 4 stories by Leo Tolstoy, all dealing with the question asked in the title of the first story: What Does Man Live By. What is the purpose of life? How are we expected to live with others? What is all of this about anyway? And the answer to that question by the way is answered in a style that is uniquely and perfectly Tolstoy's. But these are not essays, but well written stories that tell about real people as they live real lives. The first story is broken into two parts and but is is read by the same person. Also the last story, How Much Land Does A Man Need has been broken into two sections for easier reading and it is also read by the same person for continuity and ease of understanding. The two stories in the middle, are much shorter but just as fascinating. Tolstoy was a deeply spiritual man and he always brought out the spiritual side of all the myriad questions he dealt with.