'One of the greatest love stories in world literature' - Vladimir Nabokov

The heroine of Tolstoy's epic work, Anna Karenina, possesses beauty, wealth, popularity, and a beloved son, but feels that her life is empty until her encounter with the cavalry officer Count Vronsky. Their ensuing relationship causes a scandal in society and family, bringing with it jealousy and bitterness. In contrast to this, the vividly observed story of Levin unfolds, a man trying to find satisfaction and meaning in his life - and also a self-portrait of Tolstoy. This award-winning translation has been recognized as the definitive English edition of Tolstoy's masterpiece.

Translated by RICHARD PEVEAR and LARISSA VOLOKHONSKY with an Introduction by JOHN BAYLEY.

Pages: 864, Dimensions: 13.1x13.1cm