
War and Peace
Step into 1805 Russia on the brink of conflict in this sweeping Historical Fiction epic, where love, power, and betrayal collide as Napoleon's shadow falls over the glittering aristocracy.
Author: Leo Tolstoy
Narrator: Ashley Overbaugh
Unabridged: 6 hr 27 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Ashley Overbaugh
Published: 03/31/2026
Categories: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classic, Sagas
Synopsis
It is July 1805, and the elite of St. Petersburg are blissfully dancing on the edge of the abyss. While emperors strategize in secret, the lives of three young dreamers intersect in a world defined by suffocating tradition and impending doom. There is Pierre, the awkward, illegitimate heir to a massive fortune, struggling to find his purpose; Prince Andrew, a brilliant but cynical nobleman desperate to escape a hollow marriage on the battlefield; and Natasha, a vibrant young countess yearning for true romance. As alliances shift and the drums of combat draw closer, these unforgettable souls must navigate treacherous court intrigues, forbidden desires, and the devastating realities of a continent engulfed in flames.
Why you will love this masterpiece: This monumental historical fiction audiobook weaves together sweeping war epic tropes, intricate political maneuvering, and passionate societal drama. Fans of epic family sagas, lush romantic suspense, and philosophical character studies will be mesmerized by its cinematic exploration of ambition, destiny, and the human spirit against the breathtaking backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars.
About the Author: Leo Tolstoy was a titan of Russian literature whose unparalleled storytelling revolutionized the modern novel. Renowned for his deep psychological insight and massive narrative scale, his masterworks remain a definitive pillar of world literature.