On the Edge of the World
by Nikolai S. Leskov
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Author: Nikolai S. LeskovTranslator: Michael Prokurat
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); Russian (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1993-01-01
ISBN: 0881411183
Number of pages: 135
Publisher: St. Vladimir's Seminary Press
Book Reviews of On the Edge of the World
Book Review: Beautiful story that is as true to our time as the mid-19th century
Summary: 5 Stars
Leskov captures the spirit of his time in this beautiful story, but also manages to convey a level of theological understanding and nuance that is lacking in so many other books with religious characters. The transformation of the main character through his harrowing experience in the wilderness chastises those preachers today who live in crystal cathedrals far removed from reality and cast down pronouncements on the "heathen" of the world. Leskov also shows how the current fundamentalist movement is not orthodox (that is it is actually NOT following tradition... in a more Wesleyan model it also doesn't follow scripture, or reason and definitely does not reflect experience), and how evangelicalism that focuses on converting people without first seeking to understand and know them is damaging and dangerous. Lastly the book lambastes the political elites who seek to use religion as a political tool, and the church leaders obsessed with political power who enable this to happen. What a powerful book for our time and generation, and what a truly beautiful story.
The author's introduction and end notes in this version are extremely helpful for placing the book in literary and historical context. Kudos for a job very well done!
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