Anna Karenina
Leo Tolstoy · 1877 · Novel
It is a landmark of psychological realism, meticulously portraying the complexities of love, adultery, social hypocrisy, and the search for meaning in life.
What it is
The tragic story of Anna Karenina, a married socialite, and her affair with the dashing Count Vronsky, contrasted with the philosophical journey of Levin.
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Both novels use individual characters' lives to critique societal norms and expectations, particularly concerning women and marriage.
Both novels offer broad, detailed portraits of society while deeply exploring the psychological states and moral dilemmas of multiple characters.
Eliot's detailed exploration of characters' inner lives and moral struggles finds a parallel in Tolstoy's deep psychological insights into human motivation.