Quote by Leo Tolstoy

Those are the men,' added Bolkonsky with a sigh which he could not suppress, as they went out of the palace, 'those are the men who decide the fate of nations.

Those are the men,' added Bolkonsky with a sigh which he cou

Summary

In this quote, Bolkonsky expresses a sense of resignation and perhaps even disappointment. He acknowledges the influential power held by certain men who have the ability to shape the destiny of entire nations. The sigh and suppression of his emotions hint at a feeling of helplessness in the face of these influential individuals, suggesting that the fate of nations is often decided by a select few rather than the will of the people or the forces of justice and morality.

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By Leo Tolstoy

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