Ana Karenina

literary character

Ana Karenina is a fictional character and the protagonist of Leo Tolstoy's novel 'Anna Karenina,' first published in 1877. She is a complex figure who embodies the struggles of love, fidelity, and societal expectations in 19th-century Russia. The story explores her tragic affair with Count Vronsky, which leads to her eventual isolation and despair. Ana's character is often analyzed as a critique of the rigid social norms and moral hypocrisy of her time, making her one of literature's most enduring and relatable figures.