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Death of Ivan Ilyitch

Death of Ivan Ilyitch

By: Leo Tolstoy
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 In The Death of Ivan Ilyitch, we follow the life of a socially ambitious middle-aged judge who suddenly finds himself grappling with a mysterious and terminal illness. As Ivan confronts the specter of death, he begins to question the very essence of his existence, pondering whether the life he believed to be morally sound was truly meaningful. This poignant novella, shaped by Tolstoys own spiritual awakening, is celebrated as one of his greatest works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)Copyright Fiction Classics Philosophy Social Sciences Spirituality
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  • 011 - Chapter 11

    011 - Chapter 11
    Feb 20 2026
    In The Death of Ivan Ilyitch, we follow the life of a socially ambitious middle-aged judge who suddenly finds himself grappling with a mysterious and terminal illness. As Ivan confronts the specter of death, he begins to question the very essence of his existence, pondering whether the life he believed to be morally sound was truly meaningful. This poignant novella, shaped by Tolstoys own spiritual awakening, is celebrated as one of his greatest works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)
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    7 mins
  • 010 - Chapter 10

    010 - Chapter 10
    Feb 20 2026
    In The Death of Ivan Ilyitch, we follow the life of a socially ambitious middle-aged judge who suddenly finds himself grappling with a mysterious and terminal illness. As Ivan confronts the specter of death, he begins to question the very essence of his existence, pondering whether the life he believed to be morally sound was truly meaningful. This poignant novella, shaped by Tolstoys own spiritual awakening, is celebrated as one of his greatest works. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden)
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    6 mins
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