Chapter VII
Engaged in a nuanced debate with a professor, defending his philosophical position with clarity and elegance. He demonstrates intellectual breadth by acknowledging the limits of their discussion when Levin poses a direct, existential question.
VIII
Converses with Levin about farming and local councils; reveals Nikolay's whereabouts and his own paid-off debt, offering a lesson in humility regarding Nikolay's downfall.
Chapter XXV
Absent but a major point of contention. Nikolay fiercely attacks his intellectual views and article, seeing them as self-deceptive justifications for existing social evils.
Chapter XIV
News is shared that he intends to visit Levin in the summer, which interests Levin greatly.
I
Visits Levin for a country holiday. He views the country as a place for rest and an intellectual antidote to city corruption. He holds definite, abstract ideas about the peasantry, which he uses to win arguments against his brother.
II
In a cheerful, talkative mood after conversing with the doctor. He enjoys angling and philosophically admires the beauty of nature, contrasting with Levin's utilitarian view.
Chapter III
Chastises Levin for his indifference to public welfare, framing civic participation as a moral duty for educated men. He is frustrated by Levin's unconventional arguments and attempts to correct him from a philosophical-historical perspective.
Levin Mows with the Peasants
Discusses Levin's plan to mow, expressing interest without irony, and is left at the house as Levin departs for the fields.
VI
Observes Levin's peasant-like appearance with initial fastidiousness but is ultimately charmed by his brother's vitality. He articulates the social divide, noting the peasants' disapproval of a gentleman doing manual labor.
Chapter VII
Another invited guest to the dinner, described as a Moscow philosopher, meant to contrast with the practical Karenin.
Chapter IX
Engages in intellectual debate with Karenin and Pestsov, later lightens the mood with a jest about patriotism and large families.
The Dinner Debate
Acts as a subtle, condescending moderator of the debate, using humor and irony (e.g., 'little pills of classical learning') to question both sides while revealing his own classical leanings.
Chapter XII
Present at the dinner, helps Stepan Arkadyevitch divert the initial conversation about women's rights.
Chapter XIV
Accompanies Levin to a committee meeting. He is amused by Levin's emotional state and smiles at his brother's outbursts about happiness and marriage.
II
Dines with Levin, amusingly comments on the tradition of saying goodbye to bachelor freedom.
The Wedding Ceremony
Mentions the 'story about the shirt' to Levin, who is too distracted to comprehend.
V
Jestingly talks to Darya Dmitrievna about newlyweds feeling ashamed, then his expression turns melancholy and serious.
The Agony of Nikolay Levin
Mentioned indirectly; his letter begging forgiveness is read to Nikolay, who dismisses it with a request for a doctor, highlighting the chasm between social reconciliation and raw physical need.
I
Surprises the party by expressing a desire to go mushroom picking with Varenka, showing a personal interest that breaks from his usual intellectual demeanor.
II
The subject of the women's matchmaking plans; they discuss his suitability for Varenka.
A Walk and a Conversation
Discussed at length by Levin and Kitty. Levin describes him as a pure, spiritual person whose whole life is subordinated to duty, making him calm and content. They speculate on his capacity for romantic love with Varenka.
IV
Introspectively considers proposing to Varenka, weighing her qualities against his age and a vow of fidelity to his late wife's memory. He feels a surge of youthful emotion but hesitates at the crucial moment.
V
Internally prepares to propose to Varenka but loses his nerve, asking a trivial question about mushrooms instead. Later regrets his inaction, feeling bound to the memory of Marie.
VI
Present on the balcony, acutely aware of the negative but significant event (his rejected proposal to Varenka). He makes a pointed comparison between Stiva and Levin as sons-in-law.
Dolly's Journey to Vozdvizhenskoe
Recalled by Dolly as someone who was attentive to her, part of her imaginary romantic daydreams.
Chapter XXV
Mentioned as a landowner in the province where the elections are taking place.
The Elections in Kashin
Actively leads the faction seeking to replace Marshal Snetkov; explains the political significance of the elections to Levin; engages in detailed logical debate during the assembly.
The Election of the Marshal
Acts as a center of discussion, approving Sviazhsky's plan to manage the opposition's strategy.
The Election
Acts as a leader for the new party, calmly citing procedural rules during the dispute over Flerov's voting rights.
Chapter XXIX
Mentioned as part of the group Levin does not wish to join, which includes Vronsky.
The Provincial Election
Criticizes Levin's lack of political tact after Levin's blunt questions. He is praised by observers for his eloquent speeches during the proceedings.
VII
Seen by Levin in the dining room, indicating his presence among the club's society.
VIII
Briefly seen in the divan room talking to someone, part of the club's intellectual backdrop.
Chapter XVI
Present in the conversation with Levin and the others at the start of the chapter.
I
Devastated by the failure of his book, he throws himself into the Slavonic cause as a new purpose, finding validation in public enthusiasm.
II
At the station, heading to his brother's country estate. He assists a princess with a note for a volunteer and learns of Vronsky's departure.
III
Travels with Katavasov; familiar with the volunteer type and shows no interest in them, advising Katavasov to go speak to them himself.
IV
Listens to Countess Vronsky's account of her son's suffering and agrees to speak with Vronsky.
V
Meets Vronsky at the station, views him as a man engaged in a great cause, and offers encouragement and practical help, which Vronsky declines.
Chapter VI
Arrives with Katavasov, commenting on the peaceful 'backwater' of Levin's country life compared to the political currents of Moscow.
VII
Mentioned as a visitor; Kitty considers sleeping arrangements and notes he sees it as Levin's duty to be his steward.
VIII
Cited as one of the 'people nearest to him who were good in their lives' and who are believers, representing a path Levin cannot currently follow.
Chapter IX
Mentions advising Levin to read the theological works of Homiakov, representing an intellectual influence.
Levin's Purpose in Country Life
Mentioned as having his affairs managed by Levin, indicating Levin's sense of duty toward his brother.
Chapter XI
His arrival at Pokrovskoe is mentioned as occurring on this 'most painful' day for Levin, framing the chapter's events.
Chapter XIV
Visits Levin in the country. A brief, chilly exchange with Levin hints at their ideological differences (Serbian war, Slavonic question) and Levin's inability to achieve the open relationship he desires.
Chapter XV
Champions the volunteer cause as a noble expression of Christian and national feeling, defending it as the direct will of the people against Levin's skepticism.
Chapter XVI
Defends the unanimity of the intellectual world and the press as a true expression of the people's readiness for sacrifice. He argues skillfully, quoting scripture to counter Levin's moral objections.
Chapter XVIII
In good spirits, he engages the party in conversation, drawing out Katavasov on his scientific observations and later expounding eloquently on the future of the Eastern question.
