Mark Seewald's Reviews > War and Peace

After years of lying to myself and others I finally read the entire book - completely on my IPhone no less. In my defense, I couldn't help lying. After working tirelessly to sustain a (minor) reputation as a reader (and quite knowledgable person)of 19th cetury Russian writers I found it impossible to admit I never read the biggest book of them all. Now that I have read it I can only say that the hype doesn't live up to the book. Sweeping historical movement combined with brilliant observations on the pettiness of everday life, topped off with unashamed religious / spiritual appeals moves this book to the top of my recommedation list. Don't be fooled as I was. Just because everyone says it's a great book doesn't mean it isn't.