Leo Tolstoy, author portrait
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Leo Tolstoy

Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was born in central Russia. After serving in the Crimean War, he retired to his estate and devoted himself to writing, farming, and raising his large family. His novels and outspoken social polemics brought him world fame.
War and Peace
Anna Karenina
The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories
Teaching Stories
Anna Karenina
War and Peace

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War and Peace
Anna Karenina
The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories
Teaching Stories
Anna Karenina
War and Peace

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – MIDDLE SCHOOL BLACK HISTORY –

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