"War and Peace" is a historical novel written by Leo Tolstoy, first published in 1869. The story is set during the Napoleonic Wars and follows the lives of several characters from Russian aristocracy, exploring their personal struggles and relationships against the backdrop of war and societal change. The novel intertwines fictional characters, such as Pierre Bezukhov, Natasha Rostova, and Andrei Bolkonsky, with real historical figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I. Through its rich narrative, "War and Peace" examines themes of fate, free will, and the impact of history on individual lives.