THE COSSACKS (Little Clothbound Classics) by Leo Tolstoy

The Cossacks by Leo Tolstoy, now available in the Little Clothbound Classics series, is a captivating novella that delves into the complexities of human experience and cultural divides. This beautifully designed edition, part of the Little Clothbound Classics collection, presents Tolstoy’s exploration of life, love, and the unbridgeable gaps between people and cultures.

The story follows Dmitry Andreich Olenin, a young Russian nobleman who, disillusioned with his privileged life, joins the army and journeys to the Caucasus. In the rugged foothills, Olenin encounters the Cossacks, a people he believes are deeply connected with the land. As he immerses himself in their world—hunting, drinking, and falling in love—Olenin gradually realizes that there is a profound distance between his own culture and that of the Cossacks, a space that may never be fully crossed.

The Cossacks by Leo Tolstoy is a masterpiece of literary fiction, rich with the genius that has made Tolstoy one of the world’s greatest writers. This Little Clothbound Classics edition, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, is an essential addition to any collection, offering readers a timeless story that continues to resonate with its exploration of identity, belonging, and the often insurmountable barriers between cultures.