# Tolstoy — Aspects of the Novel character guide

> Tolstoy in Aspects of the Novel by E. M. Forster.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0003-i-introductory

## Who they are

Russian novelist, discussed for his epic scope and character depth.

## In the story

### [Introductory](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/aspects_of_the_novel_se/chapters/i-introductory)

Cited as the greatest novelist for giving a complete picture of man's life; 'War and Peace' is referenced as a standard of greatness.

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