Homonym: Воскресение (Resurrection)
"Воскресение" (Resurrection) is a novel written by the Russian author Лев Толстой in 1899. The story follows the journey of Нехлюдов, a nobleman who seeks redemption after encountering a former lover, Катюша, who has fallen into a life of despair. The novel explores themes of guilt, morality, and the possibility of spiritual rebirth.
The narrative is set against the backdrop of the Russian legal system and society's injustices. Through Нехлюдов's quest for atonement, Tolstoy critiques the social and moral issues of his time, emphasizing the importance of compassion and the transformative power of love.