In Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy presents marriage in a realistic sense, marriage is not an easy institution; couples must go through difficult times to be strong; it also presents passion as a force that can have a positive influence, but simultaneously presents passion as a factor that can have corrupting power over a person's life. These two couples, Levin and Kitty and Vronsky and Anna, are compared throughout the novel. Levin and Kitty differ from Anna and Vronsky because they do not communicate in the same way. Kitty and Levin try to resolve problems as they arise, so that they don't create a bigger problem. Another difference is that Ann and Vronsky are sheltered from society due to Anna's position as a fallen woman. Both couples have children, Levin and Kitty raise their child; however, Anna and Vronsky pay little attention to their daughter. Their relationships have radical differences. Where Anna and Vronsky's relationship is based on passion, Levin and Kitty's is more spiritual. One of the key aspects of Kitty and Levin's relationship that is missing from Anna and Vronsky's relationship is communication. When problems arise in Levin and Kitty's marriage, they try to resolve them by talking to each other and seeking a solution to the problem. For example, Levin suffered from cold feet syndrome before getting married. Levin wonders, “suppose she doesn’t love me” (p. 404). Although it is not customary for the groom to see the bride until the wedding begins, he will talk to Kitty. The problem is resolved. This set the tone for their relationship because whenever a problem came up, they talked about it. Another example involves Kitty seeing Vronsky for the first time... middle of paper ... a problem arises and it causes a successful marriage. Because of Anna's affair, she and Vronsky are not accepted by society. Children are also integrated into every relationship. Kitty and Levin are very worried parents; while Anna and Vronksy don't even take care of their child. Infatuation with passion can “bring about final destruction…” (Gromeka, p. 769). Passion can completely change a person's life, as it does for all of these characters featured. Anna's passion for Vronsky leads to his death. At the end of the novel, Vronsky feels like Anna is his only reason for living and, because of her death, commits suicide by joining the army. On the other hand, passion can have a positive influence, as is the case with Kitty and Levin. They become closer and it eventually leads to their marriage, which causes them both to become confident people..