The Power of Darkness is a play written by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. The story revolves around a peasant family living in rural Russia, and the tragic consequences of their actions. The central character, Nikita, is a simple man who is married to Akulina and has a son named Mitry. Nikita is a hardworking farmer, but he is also an alcoholic who frequently neglects his family. Akulina is a devoted wife and mother who tries to keep the family together, but she is powerless against Nikita's destructive behavior. The play explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. Nikita's father, Peter, is a wealthy landowner who wants to take Mitry away from his parents and raise him as his own. Nikita agrees to sell his son to Peter in exchange for a large sum of money, but he soon realizes the gravity of his mistake. Meanwhile, Akulina is tormented by guilt and despair, and she turns to religion for solace. As the play unfolds, the characters are forced to confront the consequences of their actions. Nikita's greed and selfishness lead to tragedy, and he is ultimately consumed by his own darkness. Akulina, on the other hand, finds redemption through her faith and her love for her son. The Power of Darkness is a powerful and thought-provoking work that explores the human condition with Tolstoy's characteristic insight and compassion. It is a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.THIS 108 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Dramatic Works of Leo Tolstoy, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417923202.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.