Question: Has anyone ever here ever read "War and Peace"?

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Answer #1:

twice. moving yes would'nt say life changing thou definitely comes in the must read category took me bout 2 and a 1/2 weeks the first time
a bit longer the second time

Answer #2:

Several times, getting faster each time.

Answer #3:

It is a truly great novel, with breadth of storytelling and marvelous characterization. I became very fond of some characters, disliked others, and was moved by their fates. There is no way to tell whether you will like it: The material is there if you wish to take it up.

Answer #4:

It is one of my favorite novels, though I would not call it "life-changing". The characters are some of the best that I have ever read in any work of fiction. The only con is that Tolstoy occasionally wanders away from the storyline to give some in-depth historical background and opinions, more so near the end. But, as Hugo did the same thing in "Les Miserables" (another of my favorite novels), then I imagine this was the accepted style at the time.

It took me a few weeks to get through War and Peace, as I seldom have time just to sit down and read for extended periods. Still, if you enjoy great characterizations, then give this book a shot.

Answer #5:

If you're interested in watching a movie version of War & Peace...perhaps to help you with characterization....putting a face with a name....to help keep track of all the subplots, may I suggest you view the version starring Anthony Hopkins from 1972. They did a magnificent job in faithfully keeping with Tolstoy's storyline and offering the viewer some accomplished acting.





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