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Summary

In Book 3 of War and Peace, the Napoleonic Wars intensify as Russia retreats after the disastrous Battle of Austerlitz. Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, wounded and disillusioned, finds solace in Natasha Rostova’s youthful vitality and falls deeply in love. Their relationship blossoms despite societal obstacles. Pierre Bezukhov, meanwhile, struggles with his inheritance and marriage to the manipulative Helene Kuragin, seeking meaning through philosophy and Freemasonry. The Rostov family faces financial hardships, yet their spirit remains unshaken. Tolstoy weaves personal narratives with historical events, exploring themes of love, destiny, and the search for purpose amid chaos and war.

Duration: about 4 hours (04:17:16)
Publishing date: 2025-02-06; Unabridged; Copyright Year: 2025. Copyright Statment: —

• Contemporary Fiction
• Historical Novel