Anna Karenina

“Although he set out to write a moralising novel showing the evils of Anna’s adultery, his human empathy pushed him in a very different direction, and the reader sees every step towards the final tragedy from Anna’s point of view and sees how difficult—perhaps impossible—any of the alternatives would have been.” Read more...

The best books on Moral Philosophy

Jonathan Glover, Philosopher

“A really really good book. I like it because it deals with the complexities of human interaction and the double standards of society. People who are considered moral do immoral things and people who are supposed to be immoral display great kindness. Tolstoy is very good at bringing that stuff into focus. “ Read more...

The best books on The Miracle of Autism

Rupert Isaacson, Novelist

“Anna gives up her position and her child for this powerful passion. Tolstoy describes the sexual repression and her need for passion but never passes judgment.” Read more...

The best books on Sex and Marriage

Kate Figes, Journalist