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Anna Karenina is beautiful, married to a successful man, and has a son whom she adores. But a chance meeting at a train station in Moscow sets her passionate heart alight, and she is defenceless in the face of Count Vronsky's adoration. Having defied the rules of nineteenth-century Russian society, Anna is forced to pay a heavy price.

Black Beauty is Anna Sewell’s first and only novel. The story is told in the “first person” (or first horse) as an autobiographical memoir of a high-bred horse named Black Beauty, from his carefree days as a foal on an English farm, to his difficult life pulling cabs in London, to his happy retirement in the country. Along the way, he meets with many hardships and recounts many tales of cruelty and kindness. Each short chapter recounts an incident in Black Beauty’s life containing a lesson or moral typically related to the kindness, sympathy, and understanding treatment of horses.View ...

In the heart of societys constraints, Anna Karenina unfolds the passionate yet tragic love story between the enchanting Anna and the charismatic Count Vronsky. As Anna dares to abandon her loveless marriage in pursuit of true happiness, she must navigate a world rife with judgment and hypocrisy. Join Mary Anderson as she narrates this timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and societal struggle.

Set against the opulent backdrop of Tsarist Russia, two poignant love stories unfold. Anna, trapped in a passionless marriage, finds herself irresistibly drawn to the charming cavalry officer, Count Vronsky. Meanwhile, Levin grapples with self-doubt and retreats to the countryside, only to muster the courage to return and pursue the pure-hearted Kitty. Through the trials of courtship, the challenges of marriage, and the joys and sorrows of parenthood, Anna and Levin each seek to discover their true selves and the meaning of their lives. (Introduction by MaryAnn)

In the heart-wrenching narrative of Anna Karenina, we witness the passionate yet tragic love story between the enchanting Anna and the charismatic Count Vronsky. As Anna forsakes her lifeless marriage to pursue true love, she grapples with the unforgiving judgments of society, leading to a tale steeped in emotion and conflict. (Summary by Mary Anderson)

In the gripping tale of Anna Karenina, we delve deeper into the tumultuous love story between the passionate Anna and the charming Count Vronsky. In Book 4, tensions rise as Annas husband contemplates drastic actions in response to her blatant infidelity. Meanwhile, Kitty and Levin find themselves reuniting in Moscow, leading to moments of both discomfort and realization. (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn)

In Anna Karenina, we delve into the tumultuous love affair between the passionate and defiant Anna and the charismatic officer, Count Vronsky. In Book 8, Vronsky embarks on a journey to the Servian war, consumed by his inability to live without Anna and grappling with a longing for death. Meanwhile, back at his farm, Levin faces his own existential crisis, wrestling with profound questions about life and its meaning amid the joys of family with his beloved wife and infant son. (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn)

In this captivating continuation of Anna Karenina, we delve deeper into the passionate yet tragic love story of Anna and Count Vronsky. As Anna defies her joyless marriage to pursue true love, she faces the harsh judgments of society. (Summary by Mary Anderson) In Book 5, we witness the contrasting lives of Levin and Kitty as they embrace new beginnings, while the discontent brewing in Anna and Vronskys relationship becomes increasingly palpable.

In Book 7 of Anna Karenina, the tragic love story unfolds further as Levin visits Moscow for Kitty’s confinement. He becomes increasingly entangled in the morally ambiguous world of the city, while Stiva intensifies his push for Karenin to divorce Anna. Meanwhile, Annas jealousy spirals out of control, driving her to irrationality in her relationship with Vronsky. Join us as we delve deeper into this classic tale of passion and societal pressures. (Summary by Mary Anderson and MaryAnn)

Discover the wonders of nature with Handbook of Nature-Study, penned by Anna Botsford Comstock during a pivotal time of heightened awareness regarding humanitys impact on the natural world. This essential guide fueled the nature study movement, advocating for an immersive educational experience that encourages students to explore the environment through direct observation rather than merely relying on textbooks. Packed with a treasure trove of insights about plants, animals, and celestial phenomena, this book is designed for educators seeking to inspire curiosity in their students. Both ...

The Time Machine, performed by professional narrator and actress Anna Butterworth, brings H. G. Wells’s groundbreaking science-fiction classic to life with vivid, engaging storytelling that captures its sense of wonder, tension, and philosophical depth. This visionary tale transports listeners far into the future, where the Time Traveller encounters strange civilizations and confronts unsettling questions about progress, class, and humanity’s destiny. The Time Machine remains a timeless exploration of curiosity, consequence, and the power of imagination—an enduring classic that helped ...

The Invisible Man, performed by professional narrator and actress Anna Butterworth, brings H.G. Wells’s chilling science-fiction classic vividly to life with gripping, atmospheric storytelling. This tale follows the brilliant yet dangerously obsessed scientist Griffin, whose discovery of invisibility unleashes isolation, paranoia, and a terrifying descent into moral collapse. As suspense builds, Wells explores profound questions about power, responsibility, and the fragile boundaries of humanity. The Invisible Man remains a timeless and unsettling classic — that continues to resonate with ...

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Weird Books ist der Podcast für alle, die Bücher lieben, die aus der Reihe tanzen. Anna und Katrin blättern alle zwei Wochen für euch in den seltsamsten Seiten der Literaturgeschichte. Mit einer Portion Humor, einer Prise Hintergrundwissen, einer großen Liebe zum Skurrilen und guten Beats. #ReclamMeetsRave ----------------------------------- Mehr Infos zum Podcast: https://www.weirdbooks.at/ Folge uns gerne auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weirdbooks_podcast/

In this gripping second part, Kitty grapples with the weight of regret and heartbreak as her health declines, while Levin retreats to the solace of his country estate. Meanwhile, Anna and Vronskys passionate affair ignites gossip among the elite, much to the dismay of Karenin. Join us as we delve deeper into the complexities of love and societal expectations. (Summary by Mary Ann)

In this gripping tale, Anna Karenina navigates the heart-wrenching consequences of her passionate affair with the charismatic Count Vronsky. As she defies her loveless marriage to pursue true love, she finds herself entangled in the suffocating expectations of society, leading to tragedy and turmoil. Join Mary Anderson as she brings this timeless story to life.

Revolution Resolution is a five-minute, twice-weekly podcast from author and sociologist Anna Malaika Tubbs, drawing on the insights of her two NYT Bestsellers Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden From Us and The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of MLK Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation. This podcast is for everyone, every race, every background, every gender, and every age. We have all been shaped, limited, or wounded by a system built on hierarchy, whether we’ve been pressured to conform to it, harmed by it, or taught to uphold it.

«E noi, che cosa stiamo diventando? E io, cosa sono diventato?» si chiede Paolo Nori. E la risposta viene da una lontananza che in verità brucia distanze e porta con sé, come fosse turbine di visioni, di fatti, di sentimenti, e naturalmente di poesia, la vita di Anna Achmatova. «Vogliamo raccontare» dice Nori «la storia di Anna Achmatova, una poetessa russa nata nei pressi di Odessa nel 1889 e morta a Mosca nel 1966.

Anna Karenina has been described as the perfect Russian novel. Trapped in a loveless marriage, Anna Karenina is defenseless against the power of her passions once they are unleashed by the adoration of Count Vronsky. Having defied the rules of 19th century Russian society, Anna is forced to pay a heavy price. Human nature, with all its failings, is the fabric of which this great and passionate work is composed.

我是Anna， 從小喜歡看書吸收各領域知識，愛問為什麼，擅長提出特別觀點。 在這裡跟大家分享我的讀書心得。 一本書，幾個觀點，一場思辨。 以博學為燈，為思考引路； 讓觀點成舟，載靈魂擺渡。 這裡沒有標準答案，只有不斷靠近真理的對話。 Powered by Firstory Hosting