Gospels in Brief (Barnes & Noble Library of Essential Reading)

Leo TolstoysThe Gospels in Brief (1881) is a daring attempt by Russias greatest novelist to rewrite "the greatest story ever told." This book appeared soon after the writer experienced a period of deep despair that led to a conversion in his personal life. Following what might best be described as a mid-life crisis, Tolstoy devoted himself to a rational religion for the masses based on the moral t...