Best Selling Books by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

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Crime and Punishment (pre-reform Russian; post-reform Russian: is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published in the literary journal The Russian Messenger in twelve monthly installments during 1866. It was later published in a single volume. It is the second of Dostoevsky''s full-length novels following his return from ten years of exile in Siberia. Crime and Punishment is considered the first great novel of his "mature" period of writing. The novel is often cited as one of the supreme achievements in literature.Crime and Punishment focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in Saint Petersburg who formulates a plan to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker for her money. Before the killing, Raskolnikov believes that with the money he could liberate himself from poverty and go on to perform great deeds. However, once it is done he finds himself racked with confusion, paranoia, and disgust for his actions. His justifications disintegrate completely as he struggles with guilt and horror and confronts the real-world consequences of his deed.

The reader is plunged into a world of moral degradation, childhood trauma and above all of unrequited love and irreconcilable relationships. At the centre of the story is a young struggling author, a traumatised orphaned teenager, and a depraved aristocrat.

The story of the lives of three sons of an old drunkard are used to depict Russian character and investigate the concepts of good, evil, and faith.

"Poor Folk" is the first novel by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, written over the span of nine months between 1844 and 1845. Dostoyevsky was in financial difficulty because of his extravagant living and his developing gambling addiction. Varvara Dobroselova and Makar Devushkin are second cousins twice-removed and live across from each other on the same street in terrible apartments. Devushkin''s, for example, is merely a portioned-off section of the kitchen, and he lives with several other tenants, such as the Gorshkovs, whose son who groans in agonising hunger almost the entire story and eventually dies. Devushkin and Dobroselova exchange letters attesting to their terrible living conditions and the former frequently squanders his money on gifts for her.

Considered one of the greatest achievements in Russian literature, The Idiot made its debut in 1869. Prince Myshkin, a gentle, compassionate man, falls in love with two very different women amid the intrigues of 19th century St. Petersburg society. Sayre Street Books offers the world''s greatest literature in easy to navigate, beautifully designed digital editions.

A Gentle Spirit is a classic short story by the great Russian author, Fyodor Dostoyevsky. Oh, while she is still here, it is still all right; I go up and look at her every minute; but tomorrow they will take her away - and how shall I be left alone? Now she is on the table in the drawing-room, they put two card tables together, the coffin will be here tomorrow - white, pure white "gros de Naples" - but that''s not it...

Reproduction of the original: The Gambler by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

A blustering interloper and a meek aristocrat struggle for control of a country estate, in this comic novel by the author of Crime and Punishment. “Avsey''s excellent translation and stimulating introduction and notes enable the reader to appreciate this novel, and its weird humour, to the full.” — Telegraph Full of pace, effervescence and grotesque comedy, this short novel by the renowned author of Crime and Punishment represents an antic mode insufficiently known to English readers, and presented here in the first translation since Constance Garnett’s version of the 1920s. Set on a remote country estate, the story concerns a household completely under the sway of the despotic charlatan and humbug Foma Fomich Opiskin, one of the most notorious creations in Russian literature. The owner of the estate, Colonel Rostanev, a meek, soft-hearted giant of a man, is cruelly dominated by Opiskin. With deftly controlled suspense amid a teeming variety of wildly eccentric minor characters, the novel builds up to a confrontation between these two. Will Rostanev give way to Opiskin’s cruelty and sacrifice the love of his life? Or will his sense of honor finally push him to resist the tyrant’s demands? Written in the year of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s return to St Petersburg after his exile, it is perhaps his most important early work. It is the link between Gogol and Chekhov; it is almost Dickensian in its comic proliferation of imaginative characters. In the chaos which spreads out from the roiling center of the dominant Opiskin, Dostoevsky draws a picture of a Russia on the verge of upheaval and transformation.

The Gambler, a short novel, or novella, was published in 1867. Dostoevsky wrote to the book in order to pay off his own gambling debts. He was under such pressure to pay off the debts that he dictated to the book to a shorthand student in less than a month. The shorthand student became his second wife. The story is told in the first person; the narrator is Alexei Ivanovich, a tutor for the family of a Russian general. They are staying at a resort in Germany. Alexei is in love with the generals stepdaughter, Polina. After he swears his undying love for her, and offers to do anything she wishes, Polina asks him to go to a casino and place a bet for her. Unbeknownst to Alexei, Polina''s stepfather is in dire financial straits. He finally agrees and ends up winning at the roulette table. This was Alexei''s first experience with gambling.

This new translation also includes the chapter `Stavrogin''s Confession'', which was considered to be too shocking to print. In this edition it appears where the author originally intended it.

The Possessed, also known as The Devils or Demons, is a profound exploration of the tumultuous political and philosophical landscape of 19th-century Russia, penned by the masterful author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This captivating novel dissects the nature of ideology and morality through the lens of a group of radicals plotting rebellion against the established order. At its core, the novel illustrates the devastating effects of nihilism and the consequences of abandoning traditional values. The narrative revolves around the character of Nikolai Stavrogin, a brooding and enigmatic figure whose personal struggles reflect the broader societal conflicts of the time. Dostoyevsky weaves an intricate web of relationships and ideological clashes among a cast of vibrant characters, each embodying differing perspectives on politics, religion, and morality. Through their interactions, the author delves into the complexities of human behavior, examining themes of guilt, redemption, and the quest for meaning in a chaotic world. One of the novel’s most striking elements is its portrayal of the seductive but destructive nature of radical ideas. As the characters become increasingly entangled in their revolutionary ambitions, Dostoyevsky raises questions about the morality of their actions and the consequences of their beliefs. The passionate rhetoric and philosophical debates serve as a backdrop against which the tragic events unfold, leading to shocking revelations and heart-wrenching outcomes. With its rich character development and intricate plot, The Possessed offers readers a profound meditation on the clash of ideals and the human psyche’s darker aspects. Dostoyevsky’s masterful storytelling invites readers to reflect on the nature of evil, the complexity of radical thought, and the fragility of human conviction. The novel’s exploration of psychological turmoil and moral ambiguity remains as relevant today as it was during Dostoyevsky’s era, making it a timeless classic in literary history. In this intriguing narrative, Dostoyevsky not only critiques the socio-political movements of his time but also provides a timeless commentary on the struggles of the human spirit. Through The Possessed, readers are challenged to confront their own beliefs and the implications of ideological fervor, ultimately provoking deeper questions about nature, faith, and what it means to be truly alive.

Notes from Underground is considered one of Dostoyevsky''s most powerful and original stories and marks the starting point of his literary maturity.