Greatest Short Stories of Dostoevsky by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Greatest Short Stories of Dostoevsky by Fyodor Dostoevsky

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Greatest Short Stories of Dostoevsky by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Step into the psychological and philosophical world of Fyodor Dostoevsky with this compelling collection of his greatest short stories. Known for his deep exploration of the human psyche, morality, and existential conflict, Dostoevsky's stories offer haunting reflections on guilt, free will, poverty, love, and the search for meaning. This edition presents some of his most powerful narratives--short in length but vast in emotional and intellectual depth. A perfect entry point into the mind of one of literature's most profound thinkers.

Stories that challenge the soul and stir the mind.

  • Explore timeless tales that confront the moral dilemmas of humanity.
  • Delve into Dostoevsky's unparalleled psychological insight through his shorter works.
  • Reflect on powerful themes such as guilt, redemption, suffering, and faith.
  • Discover the raw emotional intensity and philosophical richness of 19th-century Russian literature.
  • Engage with thought-provoking narratives that continue to resonate with readers today.
Themes
  • Psychological conflict and inner turmoil
  • Crime, punishment, and justice
  • Existentialism and free will
  • Faith, doubt, and redemption
  • Class struggle and human suffering
  • Love, obsession, and despair

Richard Peace is Emeritus Professor of Russian at Bristol University. He is the author of Dostoevsky: An Examination of his Major Novels.
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ISBN 13 9789358567021
ISBN 10 9358567023
Title Greatest Short Stories of Dostoevsky
Author Fyodor Dostoevsky
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Prakash Books
Year published 2024-03-28
Number of pages 290
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