184: The Death of Ivan Ilyich

<p>P&C drink and review Old Rasputin, by North Coast Brewing Company, then review a short novel by Leo Tolstoy. Literary contributor Longinus joined in this podcast.</p> <p>Ivan Ilyich seems like a decent man. When he's tempted to think he's not living his life the way he should, he scoffs. He does what's expected of him, and observes all the proprieties!</p> <p>But when he suffers an injury that slowly and inexorably leads to his death, he suffers a terrible battle with his conscience.</p> <p>This short, dark story is worth a read, and some reflection.</p>