After the Dance: The Illusion of Romance and the Cost of Conscience

Can a single moment of clarity undo a lifetime of dreams?

In After The Dance by Leo Tolstoy, a tender memory of romance at a glittering ball suddenly transforms into a harrowing meditation on morality, justice, and the cost of staying true to your conscience.

This modern audio adaptation breathes new life into Tolstoy’s masterful short story. With updated language for today’s listener, the emotional power and philosophical weight remain fully intact.

What You’ll Hear in This Modern Translation:

• A captivating retelling of one man’s romantic memory turned moral reckoning

• A vivid depiction of how love can be shadowed by the darkest sides of society

• A moving journey from innocence to awakening—told with clarity and emotional depth

Included in This Edition:

This audiobook maintains the original’s profound message while streamlining its language for modern ears, offering an immersive and thought-provoking experience.

Whether you’re a first-time Tolstoy reader or revisiting a classic, After The Dance will challenge your views on love, justice, and the quiet decisions that define us.

Listen now—and discover the moment that changed everything.

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Release date

Audiobook: 1 September 2025