Reflections of the life of Father Sergus
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I this essay I will attempt to explain, in moderate detail, the life of Father Sergus, also known as Prince Stephen Kasatsky. As well as contrast the similarities and differences to my life, attempting to create a comparison as to how this story has affected me, and why I believe it should remain in the canon of novels required by many universities. Starting with a summary of the three phases described in the story, and culminating with my thoughts on the ideas and moral questions posed by the author Lev Nikolayevich Tolstoy I hope to create a cohesive argument as to why I spent the time to read and research this somewhat daunting subject.
Phase One - He was born Prince Stephen Kasatsky he came from a military family, and it was assumed that he would follow in his family's tradition. He was sent to a Military academy where he excelled in mathematics and was in all respects a model Cadet and citizen. In this manner he caught the eye of the Emperor. The emperor took a liking to him and in turn Prince Stephen saw the emperor as a role model of sorts.
Stephen was also a little quick tempered, if he saw some injustice or what he saw as wrong doing he would "fly off the handle" and straighten it out with his fists (I imagine).
He was constantly improving himself and trying to be the best at everything he did, he would devote himself to a goal (chess, reading, what have you) until he mastered it, then he would move on to the next.
He met a girl who was of the "high society" and so he courted her, thinking that perhaps it would raise his social rank...