""Ideals and Realities in Russian Literature"" is a book written by the Russian philosopher and anarchist, Pyotr Kropotkin. In this book, Kropotkin explores the relationship between the ideals and realities of Russian literature, examining the ways in which literature reflects and shapes the social and political realities of its time. Kropotkin argues that Russian literature has the potential to inspire social change and promote a more just and equitable society. He also examines the role of literature in shaping national identity and the ways in which literature can be used as a tool for political propaganda. Through his analysis of works by writers such as Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, and Gogol, Kropotkin offers a unique perspective on the power of literature to transform society and shape the course of history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of literature, politics, and social change.1916. This book originated from a series of eight lectures on Russian Literature delivered at the Lowell Institute in Boston. Contents: Pushkin; Lermontoff; Gogol; Turgueneff; Tolstoy; Gontcharoff; Dostoyevskiy; Nekrasoff; The Drama; Folk-Novelists; and Political Literature; Satire; Art-Criticism; Contemporary Novelists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.