"War and Peace" by one of the most famous and respected Russian authors, Leo Tolstoy, was first published in 1869. It is an epic novel and often considered to be one of the most significant works of world literature.

Although most of the works of Leo Tolstoy are highly admired and most widely read throughout the world, in several languages, "War and Peace" is said to be his finest literary achievement.

This book includes introduction, description of characters, detailed summary of the novel, and critical analysis. Even if you have not read the whole original novel, this complete summary is sufficient to convey the entire novel to a reader.

Literature Companion: War and Peace
Copyright
Chapter One: Introduction
Chapter Two: Plot Summary
Chapter Three: Characters
Chapter Four: Complete Summary
Book One
Book Two
Book Three
Book Four
Book Five
Book Six
Book Seven
Book Eight
Book Nine
Book Ten
Book Eleven
Book Twelve
Book Thirteen
Book Fourteen
Book Fifteen
First Epilogue
Second Epilogue
Chapter Five: Critical Analysis