Christ's Teachings for Children

Leo Tolstoy

Newcomb Livraria Press

About this ebook

A new translation into modern American English directly from the original Russian manuscript. This edition contains an Afterword by the translator, a timeline of Tolstoy's life and works, and a glossary of philosophic terminology used throughout Tolstoy's literature and philosophy. Written between 1881 and 1882, The Teachings of Christ for Children is Leo Tolstoy's attempt to communicate the profound wisdom and moral teachings of Jesus to a young audience. This collection of parables and stories presents essential Christian values such as compassion, kindness and forgiveness in a simple and engaging way suitable for children. The book has significant literary and philosophical merit beyond its educational value, shaping young minds and instilling timeless values. An essential addition to any library wishing to nurture a child's moral and ethical development.

About the author

One of the greatest Russian writers of all time, Tolstoy is best known for his epic novels "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina." His works are characterized by their realistic detail and psychological depth. Tolstoy's later religious and philosophical writings influenced the development of Christian anarchist and pacifist thought. Tolstoy was an acquaintence of Gogol, Dostoevsky and a frienemy of Turgenev. He is known as both a novelist and one of the greatest Russian Philosophers, similar to Dostoevsky.