Happy World Book Day! Even though according to UNESCO it's on April 23rd-the day that Shakespeare died in 1616-I'm going to celebrate today by writing this post.
It's been a hectic couple of days, which is why I've only managed to read 30 pages since Monday. However, the few pages that I read were particularly enticing. Natasha feels her first sense of regret about her engagement to Prince Andrew (who is now referred to Andrei) in Chapter 10 when she's seduced by Anatole at the opera. Little does she know, Anatole is already married but is still interested in her. Even though the love triangles are entertaining, I'm still excited to read about the war in only 9 more chapters.
There is so much vivid detail in Tolstoy's writing, and he had such insight into human nature! I feel like all of the characters are relatable. You would think this would be difficult to achieve as a writer, but Tolstoy does it perfectly. I'm experiencing all the thrills that a Russian aristocratic family would in those times. I keep having to remind myself that War and Peace isn't focused on the characters. It's not just the story of Prince Rostosheruzantaidizania and his romance with the most beautiful girl in Moscow. The novel tells Russia's story and describes the battle with Napoleon's army. What stands out to me is the confusion and disorientation that comes with reading War and Peace. It makes me feel like I get to dissect it myself, and I'm loving it.
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