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The Idiot: A Novel in Four Parts
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ISBN13: 9781025731438
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 632
Weight: 1.92
Height: 1.27 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
In The Idiot a Novel in Four Parts, Fyodor Dostoevsky presents a profound exploration of human morality and spiritual purity through the eyes of Prince Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin. After returning to the high society of St. Petersburg from a Swiss sanatorium, the Prince-a man of childlike innocence and profound empathy-finds himself entangled in the complex and often destructive lives of those around him. His struggle to maintain his virtuous nature in a world driven by greed, obsession, and social artifice creates a compelling narrative that is both heartbreaking and deeply philosophical.
The novel masterfully weaves together themes of redemption and psychological depth, as Myshkin's presence acts as a catalyst for the hidden desires and internal conflicts of the Russian elite. From the volatile and beautiful Nastasya Filippovna to the ambitious and troubled Rogozhin, Dostoevsky's characters represent the full spectrum of the human soul. The Idiot a Novel in Four Parts remains one of the most significant works of world literature, offering a timeless meditation on the nature of goodness and the challenges of living an authentic life. This masterpiece of psychological fiction continues to captivate readers with its intense emotional stakes and its haunting depiction of the tragedy inherent in the human condition.
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