How Much Land Does a Man Need? and Other Stories

Exploring themes of greed, compassion, and reconciliation, this collection showcases Tolstoy's mastery in shorter fiction. The title story delves into a peasant's insatiable desire for land, while "What Men Live By" follows a shoemaker's quest for family support. Other notable tales, such as "A Spark Neglected Burns the House" and "Two Hussars," highlight moral lessons and human experiences. Despite his fame for monumental novels, Tolstoy's short stories stand out as significant contributions to literature, reflecting his diverse narrative style and profound insights.