The book "Tales and short stories" is a collection of the best works of the great Russian writer Leo Tolstoy. This collection contains his most famous short stories, which reveal the deep philosophical thoughts of the writer, his attitude to morality, religion and ethics. Lviv Tolstoy managed to create unforgettable images of heroes that reveal the depth of the human soul and feelings. In each story, the author offers the reader new thoughts and reflections on important aspects of life. The writer skillfully combines psychological depth with high artistic art, which makes his works eternal and relevant for our time. "Повести и рассказы" is a book that fascinates with its content and images, inspires great thoughts and reflections. Reading this collection, the reader discovers new depths of the human soul and the unique wisdom of the great writer.