Why is Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina still so popular today?

[@cinematiccatnip3601]

I heard about this older woman learning Russian and mastering it into her late 50s with the strong purpose and goal of reading the classics in Russian. maybe I should do so as I am in my 20s?

[@meto2854]

I am just finishing her translation, and I find it spectacular. There is not one dull moment in this work of art, so multi-layered and beautifully written.

[@grasshoppa1999]

Recently, I was gifted a copy of this book (though not this translation) by a Ukrainian friend I met during the summer. I have been entirely enamored by Tolstoy and his story. It's a breath taking experience that drags you through these "gray" areas and spares no expense on vivid imagery and emotional appeal. I'm a biology student at University, and this book has made me consider Russian as a second major or a minor just because I have been so enthralled by the depth and experience while reading.

[@zaraustra]

Because it's one of the greatest and much richest novels ever written. I absolutely love it, teaches us so much about Russian culture and history too.

[@russianliterature6959]

Yes, sure, this book is the best one to look at Russia of those years. My favourite one. Thank you for the video!

[@plumeria66]

Russian literature II

[@dewinthemorning]

I have to find this new Oxford World's Classics edition of "Anna Karenina". It would be interesting to read "Anna Karenina" in English. When I first read it as a teenager, I remember I read it so carefully, never missed even a word in a sentence, couldn't put the book down. I agree, it's not only about a love affair. It's not black and white. The reader can take so much away from Tolstoy's book!

[@nikolavanzettiteslasacco4991]

dewinthemorning I need to find this book.

[@ggrey5990]

This is an interesting introduction - but where is the rest?

[@brianacoman4011]

I love this book so much!!!!

[@monoman4083]

i have started it at 55, but on audio book on multi repeat., i wouldn't have done it elsewise..

[@Black1Reaper]

A nice perspective.

[@jianwen5760321]

Im reading the English translation now. If only i can read Russian!

[@Olegstuff21986]

Thanks for sharing :).

[@trishtran9800]

Still chill

[@stellaercolani3810]

The book is excellent, minus presentation.

[@deeplorable8988]

It's odd that women love this book so much?

[@breakfestburrito6264]

yes yes yes right sure yes was it ok sure yes we change ok right right right yes yes ok right sure sure right yes

[@stellaercolani3810]

Lady needs a hairbrush, but I realize kindness goes a long way. Lol

[@stellaercolani3810]

Lol