Anna Karenina, Part 5, Chapter 29 summary
Part 5, Chapter 29 of 239 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 29, Anna seeks permission to see her son, but Countess Lidia Ivanovna’s response drives her to enter her former home secretly on his birthday. Kapitonitch recognizes and admits her, and Seryozha welcomes her with affection, saying he never believes she is dead.
What happens
- Anna spends two days seeking a way to meet Seryozha without approaching her husband directly.
- She writes to Countess Lidia Ivanovna, whose initial silence humiliates her and whose subsequent letter makes her angry.
- Anna buys toys and plans an early birthday visit, using money and a false message to gain entry.
- Kapitonitch recognizes Anna, welcomes her inside, and guides her to the room where Seryozha sleeps.
- Seryozha wakes and embraces Anna, while she struggles to speak through her tears.
- He kisses her and insists that he never believes she is dead.
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What to notice
Seryozha’s confidence contrasts with Anna’s fear and uncertainty. The reunion reveals his continuing trust in her affection.
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What does Kapitonitch do when he recognizes Anna?
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