How Much Land Does a Man Need? – Leo Tolstoy

How Much Land Does a Man Need? – Leo Tolstoy 

How Much Land Does a Man Need? brings together two of Tolstoy’s most powerful short stories, exploring greed, morality, mortality, and the human search for meaning. In these timeless tales, Tolstoy examines how ambition can distort judgment and how the pursuit of “more” can ultimately cost a person everything. With sharp insight and moral clarity, he delivers fables that remain deeply relevant across cultures and generations.

Published as part of the Penguin Little Black Classics series, this compact volume showcases Tolstoy’s unmatched ability to blend philosophical depth with accessible storytelling. It is a concise yet profound reflection on the choices that shape a life. Buy in Kenya with fast delivery.

What You’ll Learn

• How greed and ambition can lead to self-destruction

• Tolstoy’s moral and philosophical insights on human nature

• Themes of charity, humility, life, and death

• The power of simple storytelling to convey timeless truths

• Why these short stories remain influential across centuries

Who Should Read This Book

Readers of classic literature, students of philosophy, and anyone interested in thought-provoking tales that explore universal moral questions.

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