Anna Karenina · Character

Princess Myakaya

A blunt and outspoken society lady known for her 'sharp tongue'.

minor

Also known as the Princess Myakaya

First appearance: part ii i

Princess Myakaya shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The 'enfant terrible' of the group; bluntly states that Karenin is a fool and defends Anna's charm, driving much of the gossip.

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Princess Myakaya first appears in 0034 part ii i.

In VI: The 'enfant terrible' of the group; bluntly states that Karenin is a fool and defends Anna's charm, driving much of the gossip.

Later, in The Confession at the Soiree: Participates in the general conversation about love and marriage, contributing a humorous anecdote about her past.

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VI
The 'enfant terrible' of the group; bluntly states that Karenin is a fool and defends Anna's charm, driving much of the gossip.
The Confession at the Soiree
Participates in the general conversation about love and marriage, contributing a humorous anecdote about her past.
The Races
Referred to as 'another lady,' she comments that the races are upsetting but one cannot tear oneself away, highlighting the social fascination with the spectacle.
Chapter VI
Disagrees with Betsy's opinion, pragmatically noting the financial benefit of her husband's official travel allowances, representing a more practical view of bureaucratic perks.
The Theater Scandal
Referred to as 'Princess Varvara'; accompanies Anna to the theater, laughing unnaturally during the scandal.
Chapter XIX
Referred to as 'Auntie Katerina Pavlovna.' Anna, quoting Stiva, says Princess Varvara's aim is to prove superiority over her.
Stepan Arkadyevitch in Petersburg
Provides gossip and insight, defending Anna's actions and revealing that Karenin and Countess Lidia Ivanovna rely on the mystic Landau to make decisions.
II
Mentioned by Oblonsky as 'Bibish,' who is sending guns and nurses for the war effort.

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