The Slavic Literature Pod Anna Karenina p.1
May 7, 2021
Dive into the alluring world of Anna Karenina, where infidelity and charm collide in Stepan's misadventures. Discover the awkwardness of Levin's proposal to Kitty at the ice rink and the subtle social critiques woven through their interactions. As Vronsky's intense gaze captivates Anna, their story intertwines with Levin's heartbreak and family dynamics. Explore Tolstoy's narrative techniques that reveal character depth and the ongoing themes of love and societal expectations. It’s a riveting start to a literary journey!
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Summer Of Anna Karenina Kickoff
- Matt and Cameron introduce the Anna Karenina series and invite listeners to their Discord and book club for deeper discussion.
- They explain the plan to read one part every other week and thank a new patron, Irini, for support.
Hosts' Drink Choices And Beer Banter
- Matt drinks a makeshift vodka Sprite while Cameron samples a seasonal chocolate-orange imperial porter.
- They joke about local brewery scarcity and seasonal beers being hard to find outside their region.
Context Interleaved With Textual Reading
- The hosts decide to weave context into episode discussion rather than front-load it, prioritizing textual close reading over heavy historical setup.
- They plan an eight-part series and will unpack context where relevant throughout the readings.
