On Life

What is the true purpose of human existence? In this searching and compassionate work, Leo Tolstoy strips away the illusions of wealth, status, and worldly ambition to reveal a simple but profound answer: life itself is a path toward love, self-surrender, and the recognition of the divine within all people. Written after his celebrated novels, On Life is Tolstoy's clearest expression of his spiritual awakening — a call to abandon the selfish pursuit of personal happiness and to discover instead the boundless joy of living for others. This modern-English edition renders Tolstoy's timeless message in clear, inviting prose while remaining faithful to the original's power and simplicity. Readers will find a guide that is both a philosophical inquiry and a practical roadmap for daily living. Part of The Modern Wisdom Library.