War and Peace, Volume 2 (Maude Translation) (book 7): illustrated Edition

War and Peace, Volume 2 (Maude Translation) (book 7) as you haven't seen it before -- in a remarkable illustrated edition.

As the storm of war momentarily calms, life in Russia continues—but beneath the surface, hearts stir, alliances shift, and destinies are quietly reshaped. War and Peace, Book 7 brings a new focus: not on battles fought with muskets and cannons, but on the silent, deeply personal wars waged within the human soul.

Natasha Rostova, once full of childlike innocence, steps into a new world of love, passion, and heartbreak. The joys of youth collide with the weight of adulthood as she experiences her first taste of real romance. But can love survive in a world where duty and honor often take precedence over happiness?

Meanwhile, Nikolai Rostov, once an eager young soldier, faces a different kind of battle—the challenge of responsibility. As he returns to his family estate, the pressures of expectation, financial strain, and the rigid codes of society test his loyalty. Will he choose love, or will duty force his hand in another direction?

Pierre Bezukhov, ever restless in his search for meaning, watches as those around him navigate the unpredictable tides of love and ambition. His own heart, once filled with grand philosophical ideas, begins to question whether happiness lies in fate or the choices one dares to make.

In the peaceful countryside, where the winds of war feel distant, friendships are tested, love blossoms and withers, and long-held dreams meet the harsh light of reality. But war is never truly far away, and even in moments of serenity, the future looms uncertain.

Will Natasha’s heart lead her to lasting happiness or ruin? Can Nikolai balance duty and love? And in a world where nothing remains unchanged, will peace be more fleeting than war itself?

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Audiobook: 19 March 2025