Anna Karenina, written by Leo Tolstoy, is a sweeping 19th-century romance novel set in Imperial Russia. The story revolves around the titular character, Anna Karenina, a married woman who embarks on a passionate affair with the dashing Count Vronsky. As their illicit relationship unfolds, Anna faces societal judgment and grapples with the consequences of her actions. The novel explores themes of love, morality, and the constraints of society. With its richly drawn characters and profound insights into human nature, Anna Karenina is considered one of the greatest works of literature and a masterpiece of 19th-century romance.