Anna Karenina (Translated 1901 by Constance Garnett)

In "Anna Karenina," Leo Tolstoy intricately weaves a tale that explores the complexities of love, infidelity, and society's moral constraints. The novel's narrative style seamlessly alternates between psychological depth and social commentary, echoing the influential realist tradition in 19th-century literature. Set against the backdrop of imperial Russia, Tolstoy masterfully contrasts the lives and moral dilemmas of his characters, particularly the tragic figure of Anna, whose passionate affai ...