Boyhood

Exploring themes of shyness and self-improvement, this trilogy captures the journey of Nikolenka as he navigates his childhood and adolescence. Tolstoy vividly portrays the young protagonist's growing awareness of himself and his surroundings, laying the groundwork for the narrative techniques and philosophical explorations that would later flourish in his renowned works like War and Peace and Anna Karenina. The trilogy reflects the complexities of youth, making it a poignant exploration of personal development.