Leo Tolstoy’s epic historical novel chronicling the Napoleonic war in Russia. Considered one of the greatest works of literature of all time. Translated by Aylmer and Louise Maude. Volume 1 includes Book 1 through Book 3, covering the year 1805. Volume 2 includes Book 4 through Book 8, covering the years 1806 to 1812. Volume 3 includes Book 9 through Book 11, covering the year 1812. Volume 4 includes Book 12 through Book 17, covering the years 1812 to 1820. - Summary by the reader