'It is only a bruise'. A carefree Russian official has what seems to be a trivial accident... One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

Step into the sweeping landscape of 19th-century Russia with Leo Tolstoy's timeless classic, "War and Peace." This monumental work is not just a novel; it's an immersive journey through the lives of unforgettable characters and the turbulent backdrop of war and social change.

At its heart, "War and Peace" is a story of love and destiny. Follow the lives of Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, the idealistic Pierre Bezukhov, and the captivating Natasha Rostova as their paths intertwine amidst the chaos of...

Tolstoy's tragic tale of love, marriage and infidelity.