Author

Leo Tolstoy

1955

Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian novelist born into an aristocratic family near Tula, Russia. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest authors of all time. Tolstoy's credibility in writing "Anna Karenina" stems from his profound understanding of Russian society and human psychology. Besides "Anna Karenina," he authored "War and Peace," another monumental work exploring Russian history and society. Tolstoy's exploration of moral and existential themes has left a lasting impact on literature.