Anna Karenina Deluxe Limited Edition by Leo Tolstoy - Classic Literary Fiction - Hardback

Condition: New. Format: Hardback. Publisher: Rupa Publications. Genre: Classic Literary Fiction. Overview:. This Deluxe Limited Edition hardback of Anna Karenina brings Leo Tolstoy's sweeping masterpiece of love, betrayal and Russian society to life in a beautifully bound gift edition. Perfect for collectors, book lovers and anyone seeking a treasured keepsake, this edition pairs a durable hardback binding with the enduring power of one of the greatest novels ever written. A stunning addition to any bookshelf, and an ideal present for readers of classic literature.. About the Book:. First published in instalments between 1875 and 1877, Anna Karenina is widely regarded as one of the finest novels ever written, rivalled only by Tolstoy's own War and Peace in scope and ambition. At its heart is Anna, a married aristocrat in Imperial Russia who risks reputation, family and social standing when she falls into a passionate affair with the dashing Count Vronsky. Running alongside Anna's tragic story is that of Konstantin Levin, a landowner whose search for meaning, faith and connection to the land offers a striking contrast to Anna's pursuit of romantic fulfilment. Through these intertwined narratives, Tolstoy examines marriage, fidelity, class and the tension between personal desire and public duty with extraordinary psychological depth.. Set against the backdrop of Moscow, St Petersburg and the Russian countryside, the novel moves fluidly between intimate domestic scenes and broad social panorama, capturing the rigid etiquette and quiet hypocrisies of 19th-century aristocratic life. Tolstoy's prose balances irony with deep compassion, creating characters who are flawed, human and unforgettable. This Deluxe Limited Edition hardback presents the novel in a format befitting its status as a landmark of world literature, making it a fitting choice for both first-time readers discovering the story and devoted fans revisiting an old favourite.. Key Benefits:. Deluxe Limited Edi