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The Poet of Tolstoy Park

By: Sonny Brewer
Narrated by: Rick Bragg
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This book is based on the true life of Henry Stuart. When the 67-year-old former professor finds out he is dying of tuberculosis, he vows to “learn in solitude how to save myself.” He sets off for Fairhope, Alabama, with only the writings of his beloved Tolstoy for company. There, the barefoot poet builds himself a small hut and slowly becomes an inspiration for the rest of the utopian town. When his last few months become his last few years, Henry’s attempt to understand death becomes a lesson on life.

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Great story about the will to persevere and the benefits and pitfalls of a solitary life. Great narration and story.

Great read

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I have listened to this audible book at least three times. I think it is a work of brilliance and want to thank Sonny Brewer for all the hard work it took to bring it into existence. Rick Bragg was perfect as the narrator. I have been to visit Fairhope, AL many times and have visited the "hut". Highly recommend this book.

EXCELLENT

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This is one of my favorite books of all time. I have listened twice since I purchased several months ago and I will probably listen many more times in the future. Wonderful prose and narration.

Great story

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Interesting story and excellent performance. It covers individualism, organized religion, spirituality, inner peace, the monastic life, service, family, loneliness, and more.

Very thoughtful

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From the start, a joy. This book made me feel part this mans life and he part of mine

A World in a Life

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Could hardly wait to find a moment in which to listen. sad for it to end. loved the narration

Great read

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I really liked the story of this book. I am familiar with the Faihope, Al area so that really helped me picture the scenes from a different time. I like Rick Bragg's voice when he reads but the recording seemed to have a bit of a hollow sound. It may have been that I listened to the whole book in my car on a long trip that caused the echo. Overall, I would recommend this book for its story of discovery into human interactions and emotions.

Great story.

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Sonny Brewer has written a book full of inspiration. This book shows us that man doesn't always know God's plan for each individuals course of life. To never give up and keep on living.
Rick Bragg is a wonderfu narrator with a clear and pleasant voice.
I really enjoyed this story!
I highly recommend this book.

Inspiring Book!

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