The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories Audiobook by Leo Tolstoy

https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/47/ to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories Author: Leo Tolstoy Narrator: George K. Wilson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: How, Tolstoy asks, does an unreflective man confront his one and only moment of truth? This novella was the artistic culmination of a profound spiritual crisis in Tolstoy's life, a nine-year period following the publication of Anna Karenina during which he wrote not a word of fiction. A thoroughly absorbing and, at times, terrifying glimpse into the abyss of death, it is also a strong testament to the possibility of finding spiritual salvation. Also included in this volume are "The Forged Coupon," "After the Dance," "My Dream," "There Are No Guilty People," and "The Young Tsar." Editorial Reviews: The title story of this collection, a novella written by Tolstoy after the author's conversion to Christianity, tells the simple, affecting story of the main character's death and the ambitious, successful, and unreflective life that preceded it. Narrator George K. Wilson's characterizations are clear and compelling. He models the protagonist's angst, bewilderment, and agony skillfully, and renders other characters distinctly but without overemphasizing their differences. It's a well-balanced narration that is easy to follow and that brings home the emotional punch of Ivan Ilych's stirring last weeks, days, and moments. Other stories in this well-done set include "The Forged Coupon," "After the Dance," "My Dream," "There Are No Guilty People," and "The Young Tsar." Critic Reviews: "Written more than a century ago, Tolstoy's work still retains the power of a contemporary novel." (Publishers Weekly)