Crime and Punishment - Fyodor Dostoevsky - 1866
Crime and Punishment - Fyodor Dostoevsky - 1866
Crime and Punishment tells the story of Rodion Raskolnikov, a desperate and impoverished former student living in St. Petersburg.
He devises and executes a plan to murder a pawnbroker and her sister, believing himself to be above the law and entitled to commit such a crime.
In the aftermath of the crime, Raskolnikov is wracked with guilt and paranoia, unable to cope with the moral implications of his deed.
He meets a number of people, including the poverty-stricken family of Marmeladov and the enigmatic Sonya, who offer him both comfort and spiritual guidance.
Throughout the novel, Dostoevsky explores the themes of guilt, morality, and redemption, ultimately positing the possibility of Raskolnikov finding redemption through faith and love.
In the end, Raskolnikov is able to confront his guilt and accept the consequences of his actions.
Crime and Punishment is a classic example of Russian literature and is a timeless exploration of the human condition and its capacity for redemption.
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