An intended sequel to this 1859 work centered on the Decembrists, a group of veterans who largely served in the Napoleonic wars

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An intended sequel to this 1859 work centered on the Decembrists, a group of veterans who largely served in the Napoleonic wars

Final Jeopardy Answer

The Final Jeopardy Answer is: War and Peace

Final Jeopardy Explanation

The intended sequel to the 1859 novel “War and Peace” by Leo Tolstoy was to focus on the Decembrists, veterans who played significant roles in the Napoleonic Wars. “War and Peace,” renowned for its detailed depiction of Russian society during the Napoleonic era, ends with some of its characters hinting at involvement in the Decembrist uprising. The Decembrists were Russian officers who, after serving in the Napoleonic Wars, led an unsuccessful revolt in 1825 against Tsar Nicholas I, largely motivated by desires for political reform. Tolstoy’s plan to write a sequel centered on these historical figures would have extended the narrative of “War and Peace” into this subsequent, pivotal period in Russian history. However, this sequel was never completed, leaving “War and Peace” as a standalone masterpiece exploring the complexities of history, society, and human experience during times of upheaval.

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