Anna Karenina is a profound exploration of love, society, and the human condition, set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian aristocracy. The novel follows the tragic story of Anna Karenina, a beautiful and passionate woman who defies societal norms by pursuing an affair with the dashing Count Vronsky. Parallel to Anna's story is the life of Konstantin Levin, a landowner searching for meaning and fulfillment in both his personal life and work, offering a counterpoint to Anna’s tragic fate. The novel offers a powerful critique of the hypocrisies of high society, a reflection on the complexities of marriage and family, and a meditation on the search for happiness in an often unforgiving world.
