At a glittering society party in St Petersburg in 1805, conversations are dominated by the prospect of war. In this book, the author entwines grand themes - conflict and love, birth and death, free will and faith - with unforgettable scenes of nineteenth-century Russia, to create a magnificent epic of human life in its imperfection and grandeur.
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The Death of Ivan Ilyich
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
A middle-aged judge who had never thought about his own mortality, must readjust his thinking when he learns he has a terminal illness
Anna Karenina
- 709 pages
- 25 hours of reading
Anna Karenina is perhaps the greatest novel of all time. It tells the story of Anna, married to the dull, cold Karenin in nineteenth-century St Petersburg. She falls in love with a handsome young soldier, Vronsky. At first Anna is happy, but the story ends in despair and death.
Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It has garnered attention from scholars for its important themes and insights, reflecting key aspects of historical and societal development.