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The Death of Ivan Ilyich - cover

The Death of Ivan Ilyich

Leo Tolstoy

Translator Aylmer Maude, Louise Maude

Publisher: Charles River Editors

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The Death of Ivan Ilyich, written by Leo Tolstoy, is a classic novella from the late 19th century.  The story centers around a Russian judge and the change that occurs in his life following a mysterious ailment.
Available since: 03/22/2018.

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