Άννα Καρένιν

Name: Άννα Καρένιν
Author: graf Leo Tolstoy

The novel traces the consequences of a married woman's passionate liaison with a younger man, focusing on how adultery, shame, and gossip fracture family bonds and reshape social standing. Alongside that central plot, a parallel narrative follows a reflective landowner confronting questions of work, faith, and the meaning of a good marriage. Detailed scenes of domestic life, rural labor, and urban society create a panoramic depiction of manners and moral judgment. Recurring themes include the tensions between personal desire and social expectation, the hypocrisies of propriety, and the search for ethical and spiritual fulfillment.

By graf Leo Tolstoy

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graf Leo Tolstoy

Leo Tolstoy, a prominent Russian author and philosopher, is best known for his epic novels that explore complex themes of morality, society, and human experience. His most famous works include "Anna Karenina," which delves into the intricacies of love and infidelity, and "War and Peace," a sweeping narrative set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. Beyond fiction, Tolstoy was a significant thinker in the realms of ethics and spirituality, as evidenced in his essays such as "The Kingdom of God Is Within You," where he articulates his views on nonviolent resistance and Christian anarchism. His literary contributions have left a lasting impact on both literature and philosophy.