download the last version for windows Anna Karenina

An epic tale set in opulent 19th century Russia. I was instantly absorbed and captured by the story. She reads with a depth and passion that transports you to another world. Her voice adapts subtly for each character enhancing their form and personality so you quickly feel you recognise each of them well.

I listened to a few samples before I found this stunning reading by Miranda Pleasence. Having always wanted to read Anna Karenina but never feeling quite ready to tackle such an epic, I decided to try the Audio book samples on Audible. Thoroughly transported to 19th century Russia all in all a great book (if trying on one's patience)īeautifully, sensitively read. with the story taking place over (at least) over 2 years it actually seems appropriate to listen to it in parts with time to contemplate in-between sections. the events aren't so tightly wound that you need to drive straight through. as I've finished it I think this is doable. I've read of at least one person recommending being able to walk away from the novel and come back to it. I personally could butcher it to half it's length and likely be satisfied but there is a grace as it nears the end and characters that (by then) you know so well start to converge. No one is a villain though there is one character that shows himself to be the hero by the end. Although I remark on it's length Tolstoys brilliance is demonstrated in his deep understanding of his characters and his accute understanding of people and human emotions. I considered quitting at many points but glad I didn't. Has a payoff but needlessly long for my tasteįar better narration than Gyllenhaal. This acclaimed modern translation by Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky won the PEN/Book of the Month Club Translation Prize in 2001. Contrasting with this tale of love and self-destruction is the vividly observed story of Levin, a man striving to find contentment and a meaning to his life - and also a self-portrait of Tolstoy himself. Their subsequent affair scandalizes society and family alike and soon brings jealously and bitterness in its wake. But she feels that her life is empty until the moment she encounters the impetuous officer Count Vronsky. Tolstoy's epic novel of love, destiny and self-destruction.Īnna Karenina seems to have everything - beauty, wealth, popularity and an adored son. This definitive recording includes an introduction by Richard Pevear. This Penguin Classic is performed by Miranda Pleasence, the stage and television actress best known for her roles in Notes on a Scandal, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and The Affair of the Necklace.

Download the last version for windows Anna Karenina