# Marya Philimonovna — Anna Karenina character guide

> Marya Philimonovna in Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0000-part-i-i

## Who they are

The old nurse in the Oblonsky household who helps care for Dolly's children.

## In the story

### [Dolly's Country Struggles](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-iii-vii)

The invaluable, practical family retainer who calmly organizes repairs and solutions, turning the chaotic situation around.

### [VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-iii-viii)

Acts as a practical help and confidante to Dolly, suggesting solutions like gussets for Tanya's dress and the use of the bailiff's horse for the carriage.

### [Chapter IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/anna_karenina_se/chapters/part-iii-ix)

The old nurse who has helped Dolly settle in. She smiles cordially at Levin, knowing him and approving of him as a match for Kitty.

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