Description
Crime and Punishment – Fyodor Dostoevsky
Discover Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, a profound psychological classic about guilt, morality and the consequences of crossing ethical boundaries.
Rodion Raskolnikov is a poor former student living in Saint Petersburg who becomes convinced that certain extraordinary individuals may be justified in breaking the law for a greater purpose. Acting on this belief, he commits a terrible crime that plunges him into fear, isolation and psychological torment.
As suspicion grows and his conscience becomes impossible to escape, Raskolnikov is forced to confront the meaning of justice, suffering, redemption and personal responsibility. Through intense psychological insight, Dostoevsky explores the conflict between intellectual theory and human compassion.
This English paperback edition is ideal for readers of Russian literature, psychological fiction, philosophical novels and enduring literary classics.
Why You’ll Love It
- One of the greatest psychological novels ever written
- A powerful exploration of guilt, morality and redemption
- Complex characters and unforgettable philosophical questions
- Ideal for readers of Dostoevsky and classic Russian literature