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Mentioned in 116 episodes

Anna Karenina

Book • 1877

Published in 1878, 'Anna Karenina' is a novel by Leo Tolstoy that delves into the complexities of Russian society in the late 19th century.

The story centers around the extramarital affair between Anna Karenina, a married socialite, and Count Alexei Kirillovich Vronsky, which scandalizes the social circles of Saint Petersburg.

The novel also follows the parallel story of Konstantin Levin, a wealthy landowner, and his struggles with marriage, faith, and managing his estate.

Tolstoy explores a wide range of themes including love, loyalty, betrayal, hypocrisy, and the differences between rural and urban life.

The novel is known for its detailed character development and its profound commentary on the human condition.

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Mentioned in 116 episodes

Mentioned by

Lenny Rachitsky

as being read currently, prompted by a recommendation from a previous podcast guest.

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as a book he is currently reading.

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Peter Thiel

when discussing company mottos and narratives, referencing a quote from Anna Karenina.

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Nabeel Qureshi

in a discussion about his views on art and morality.

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Tom Holland

as a comparison point for "The Tale of Genji."

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Lex Fridman

in relation to Gary Saul Morson's interpretation of Anna Karenina.

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David Perell

as an example of a book that uses a thought-provoking statement as its opening line, contrasting with the typical structure of magazine features.

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Mentioned by

Peter Turchin

when discussing the diverse nature of societal collapses.

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

in relation to similar themes explored by Cioran regarding success and failure.

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Mentioned by

Dan Jones

alongside War and Peace as a work offering insights into 19th-century Russian society.

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David Brooks

, about characters whose soul is active and hungry.

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Mentioned by

Tucker Carlson

as an example of a book he read cover to cover.

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Mentioned as the book being read as a book club version.

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Tolstoi im Übrigen weiß, eine dass Ehebrecherin wie Anna Karenina nur das Opfer einer Gesellschaft ist, die immer die Richtige ist, immer gesiegt hat.