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Childhood

work by Tolstoy
Also known as: “Detstvo”
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Childhood is the first published work by Leo Tolstoy, released in 1852. It is a fictionalized and nostalgic account of his early years, reflecting his childhood memories and experiences. The novel was submitted anonymously to Sovremennik, a prominent literary journal, and was met with widespread praise. This early success marked the beginning of Tolstoy's literary career, paving the way for his later acclaimed works. The book, along with Boyhood and Youth, forms a autobiographical trilogy that explores themes of self-analysis and personal development.12

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