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Anna Karenina

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In Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy explores the lives of several characters in 19th-century Russian aristocracy. The story primarily revolves around Anna, a married woman, who embarks on a passionate affair with Count Vronsky, leading to personal and social turmoil. Alongside Anna's narrative, the novel also delves into themes of family, love, and societal norms through the life of Konstantin Levin, exploring his quest for happiness and meaning.
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You might enjoy this classic tale if you're drawn to exploring complex characters and intricate depictions of Russian society. This novel may appeal to you if you're interested in themes of love, infidelity, and societal constraints, woven beautifully through richly detailed storytelling.

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Anna Karenina

Tolstoy's masterpiece tells the story of a woman who seems to have everything until her affair with the impetuous officer Count Vronsky scandalises society.

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First published in 1878, Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina is the tragic story of aristocrat Anna Karenina and her ill-fated affair with the cavalry officer Count Vronsky. Although passionately in love, the couple finds their romance doomed by the sexual mores of their time and place, and the double standards that apply to men and women.

The tale's panoramic sweep and Tolstoy's colourful depiction of Russia and the European continent are virtually unparalleled in world literature. This novel, in the estimation of William Faulkner, is 'the best ever written.'

Anna Karenina is one of Barnes & Noble's leatherbound classics. Each volume features authoritative texts by the world's greatest authors in an exquisitely designed bonded leather binding, with distinctive gilt edging and an attractive ribbon bookmark.

Decorative, durable, and collectible, these books offer hours of pleasure to readers young and old and are an indispensable cornerstone for any home library.

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Anna Karenina is widely acclaimed for its deep exploration of themes like love, betrayal, and societal norms. Readers often praise Tolstoy's ability to craft complex, realistic characters and his insightful portrayal of Russian society in the 19th century. The novel is considered a masterpiece for its intricate narrative structure and rich psychological depth.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781435139626

Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 August 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Barnes & Noble Inc

Edition: Bonded Leather

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 159.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 808

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