Description
“The Death of Ivan Ilyich” is a novella written by Leo Tolstoy, first published in 1886. It’s one of Tolstoy’s most celebrated works and is considered a masterpiece of psychological realism. The story revolves around the life and death of Ivan Ilyich, a high-ranking judge in nineteenth-century Russia.
Ivan Ilyich’s life appears to be successful by societal standards: he has a respectable career, a comfortable lifestyle, and a loving family. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he becomes terminally ill. As he grapples with his illness and the prospect of death, Ivan Ilyich undergoes a profound existential crisis, reflecting on the meaning of his life and the inevitability of death.
Through Ivan Ilyich’s journey, Tolstoy explores themes such as the emptiness of bourgeois existence, the nature of suffering, and the search for spiritual meaning. The novella serves as a powerful critique of the superficial values of society and invites readers to contemplate the true essence of life and death.
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