War and Peace (1869) by Leo Tolstoy, in its 2006 Folio Society Limited Edition, represents the pinnacle of bibliophilic craftsmanship for this monumental Russian epic. This exclusive release—limited to 1,000 numbered copies—features:
- A new translation by Anthony Briggs, praised for its vitality and fidelity to Tolstoy’s original text.
- Quarter-bound in navy goatskin with marbled paper sides, gilt-tooled spines, and silk ribbon markers.
- Original etchings by Sara Mulvey, capturing the novel’s sweeping battles and intimate dramas in stark, evocative detail.
- Hand-marbled endpapers and gilt page edges, housed in a matching cloth-bound slipcase.
The Folio Society’s meticulous production honors Tolstoy’s exploration of history, love, and human resilience during Napoleon’s 1812 invasion of Russia. A heirloom-quality set for collectors of literary masterpieces.
