The Raid

Synopsis

"The Raid" (Russian: Набег, romanized: Nabeg) is a short story by Russian author Leo Tolstoy, first published in 1853. The story, set in the Caucasus, takes the form of a conversation between the narrator and a military captain about the nature of bravery. The story is based on Tolstoy's own experiences as an artillery cadet stationed in the Caucasus.

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Details

Type

Book

Release date

January 1, 1853

Created by

Leo Tolstoy

Cover: Wikimedia Commons · Газета Нижегородская коммуна, 1928. · Public domain · Source