Anna Karenina, Part 3, Chapter 15 summary
Part 3, Chapter 15 of 239 · 9 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 15, Anna wakes after confessing to her husband and finds that her hoped-for clarity gives way to shame, fear, and doubts about Vronsky. Remembering Seryozha gives her a purpose: she decides to take him to Moscow, seals a letter to her husband, destroys her unfinished note to Vronsky, and begins packing.
What happens
- Anna recalls her confession and fears public disgrace, expulsion from her home, and rejection by Vronsky.
- Annushka brings Betsy’s invitation, but Anna remains overwhelmed and finds no comfort in religion.
- News of Seryozha’s misbehavior rouses Anna, who decides she must leave with him before anyone takes him away.
- Anna dismisses the governess, seeks reassurance from Seryozha, and retreats to the terrace in tears.
- She plans an evening journey to Moscow with Seryozha and Annushka, then writes and seals a letter to her husband.
- Unable to finish a note to Vronsky, Anna tears it up, announces her departure, and starts packing.
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