184: The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy

P&C drink and review Old Rasputin, by North Coast Brewing Company, then review a short novel by Leo Tolstoy. Literary contributor Longinus joined in this podcast. Ivan Ilyich seems like a decent man. When he's tempted to think he's not living his life the way he should, he scoffs. He does what's expected of him, and observes all the proprieties! But when he suffers an injury that slowly and inexorably leads to his death, he suffers a terrible battle with his conscience. This short, dark story is worth a read, and some reflection.