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A Confession

Leo Tolstoy

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Mar 06, 2018 Laura rated it liked it

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From BBC radio 4 Extra:
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Early doubts about religion and the existence of God.

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Leo Tolstoy's passionate search for the meaning of life. Can writing and family provide the answer?

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Does death make life pointless? Leo Tolstoy's passionate search for the meaning of life read by Joss Ackland.

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Leo Tolstoy's passionate search for the meaning of life. Can philosophy provide an answer?

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Leo Tolstoy's passionate search for the meaning of ...more

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Feb 28, 2019 Kelly_Hunsaker_reads ... rated it liked it

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I read this due to its pick as a BOTM in one of my groups, and have to state my bias right up front. I don't enjoy books on philosophy or religion. And, of course, that is the entirety of this one. However, I found his musings to be nakedly honest and open. His depression and spirituality were palpable. That alone warranted 3 stars. ...more

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