Bøger af Fyodor Dostoyevsky

'Dostoyevsky's finest masterpiece' John BayleyDostoyevsky's great novel of damnation and redemption evokes a world where the lines between innocence and corruption, good and evil, blur. It tells the story of Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, who wanders through the slums of St Petersburg and commits a random murder without remorse or regret. He imagines himself to be beyond conventional moral laws. But as he embarks on a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a police investigator, Raskolnikov is pursued by the growing voice of his conscience and finds the noose of his own guilt tightening around his neck. Translated with an Introduction and notes by DAVID McDUFF

'The most magnificent novel ever written' Sigmund FreudThe murder of brutal landowner Fyodor Karamazov changes the lives of his sons irrevocably: Mitya, the sensualist, whose bitter rivalry with his father immediately places him under suspicion for parricide; Ivan, the intellectual, driven to breakdown; the spiritual Alyosha, who tries to heal the family's rifts; and the shadowy figure of their bastard half-brother, Smerdyakov. Dostoyevsky's dark masterwork evokes a world where the lines between innocence and corruption, good and evil, blur, and everyone's faith in humanity is tested.Translated with an Introduction and notes by DAVID McDUFF

'Notes from Underground' (1864) is a study of a single character, 'the real man of the Russian majority', and a revelation of Dostoyevsky's own deepest beliefs. One of his best critics has said of the first part that it forms his 'most utterly naked pages. Never afterwards was he so fully and openly to reveal the inmost recesses, unmeant for display, of his heart.' 'The Double' (1846) is the nightmarish story of Mr Golyadkin, a man who is haunted or possessed by his own double. Is 'Mr Golyadkinjunior' really a double or simply a fearful side of his own nature? This uncertainty is what gives urgency and horror to a tale which may be read as a classic study of human breakdown.

'My God! A whole minute of bliss! Is that really so little for the whole of a man's life?'A poignant tale of love and loneliness from Russia's foremost writer.One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

Pyotr and Stavrogin are the leaders of a Russian revolutionary cell. Their aim is to overthrow the Tsar, destroy society and seize power for themselves. Together they train terrorists who are willing to go to any lengths to achieve their goals even if the mission means suicide. But when it seems the group is about to be discovered, will their recruits be willing to kill one of their own circle in order to cover their tracks? Partly based on the real-life case of a student murdered by his fellow revolutionaries, Dostoyevsky s sprawling novel is a powerful and prophetic, yet lively and often comic depiction of nineteenth-century Russia, and a savage indictment of the madness and self-destruction of those who use violence to serve their beliefs

Darkly fascinating short novel depicts the struggles of a doubting, supremely alienated protagonist in a world of relative values. Embraces moral, religious, political, and social themes. Authoritative Constance Garnett translation. New introduction.

A groundbreaking new translation of Dostoyevsky's most radical work of fiction. Introduced by DBC Pierre

Inspired by an image of Christ's suffering, Dostoyevsky set out to create a protagonist with "e;a truly beautiful soul"e; and to trace the fate of such an individual as he comes into contact with the brutal reality of contemporary society. The novel begins when the innocent epileptic Prince Myshkin - the 'idiot' - arrives in St Petersburg and finds himself drawn into a web of violent and passionate relationships that leads to blackmail, betrayal and eventually murder.

'A truly great translation . . . This English version really is better' - A. N. Wilson, The SpectatorTIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT BOOKS OF THE YEAR 2014This acclaimed new translation of Dostoyevsky's 'psychological record of a crime' gives his dark masterpiece of murder and pursuit a renewed vitality, expressing its jagged, staccato urgency and fevered atmosphere as never before. Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, wanders alone through the slums of St. Petersburg, deliriously imagining himself above society's laws. But when he commits a random murder, only suffering ensues. Embarking on a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a suspicious police investigator, Raskolnikov finds the noose of his own guilt tightening around his neck. Only Sonya, a downtrodden prostitute, can offer the chance of redemption.Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) was born in Moscow and made his name in 1846 with the novella Poor Folk. He spent several years in prison in Siberia as a result of his political activities, an experience which formed the basis of The House of the Dead. In later life, he fell in love with a much younger woman and developed a ruinous passion for roulette. His subsequent great novels include Notes from Underground, Crime and Punishment, The Idiot, Demons and The Brothers Karamazov.Oliver Ready is Research Fellow in Russian Society and Culture at St Antony's College, Oxford. He is general editor of the anthology, The Ties of Blood: Russian Literature from the 21st Century (2008), and Consultant Editor for Russia, Central and Eastern Europe at the Times Literary Supplement.

Complete and unabridged, this is Crime and Punishment in an elegantly designed, hardcover edition.

Dostoyevsky's epic masterpiece, unabridged, with an afterword by Robin Feuer MillerOne of the world's greatest novels, Crime and Punishment is the story of a murder and its consequences-an unparalleled tale of suspense set in the midst of nineteenth-century Russia's troubled transition to the modern age. In the slums of czarist St. Petersburg lives young Raskolnikov, a sensitive, intellectual student. The poverty he has always known drives him to believe that he is exempt from moral law. But when he puts this belief to the test, he suffers unbearably. Crime and punishment, the novel reminds us, grow from the same seed. "No other novelist," wrote Irving Howe of Dostoyevsky, "has dramatized so powerfully the values and dangers, the uses and corruptions of systematized thought." And Friedrich Nietzsche called him "the only psychologist I have anything to learn from."With an Introduction by Leonard J. Stanton and James D. Hardy Jr.and an Afterword by Robin Feuer Miller

In January 1850 Dostoyevsky was sent to a remote Siberian prison camp for his part in a political conspiracy. The four years he spent there, startlingly re-created in The House of the Dead, were the most agonizing of his life. In this fictionalized account he recounts his soul-destroying incarceration through the cool, detached tones of his narrator, Aleksandr Petrovich Goryanchikov: the daily battle for survival, the wooden plank beds, the cabbage soup swimming with cockroaches, his strange family of boastful, ugly, cruel convicts. Yet The House of the Dead is far more than a work of documentary realism: it is also a powerful novel of redemption, describing one man s spiritual and moral death and the miracle of his gradual reawakening.

Three master works from the official Church of Satan reading list: The Book of Lies by Aleister Crowley, The Anti-Christ by Friedrich Nietzsche and Notes from Underground Fyodor Dostoyevsky.

The shorter works of one of the world's greatest writers, including the classics The Gambler and Notes From the Underground.The short works of Dostoevsky exist in the very large shadow of his astonishing longer novels, but they too are among the best works in the history of literature. The Gambler chronicles Dostoevsky's own addiction, which he eventually overcame. Many have argued that Notes From the Underground contains several keys to understanding the themes of the longer novels, like Crime and Punishment and The Idiot. Those stories are joined here by other classics, including White Nights and The Eternal Husband.In the introduction to this volume, Ronald Hingley writes: ?It is admittedly impossible to evaluate or understand Dostoevsky's major work properly without taking into account his less voluminous writings, (and) it is also true that many of his shorter works are masterpieces in their own right?as it is hoped the reader may remind himself or discover for the first time...?

Dostoyevskys masterpiece introduces a world filled with greed, passion, depravity, and complex moral issues, as three brothers become involved in the brutal murder of their own father. This edition features an Afterword by bestselling author Sara Peretsky. Revised reissue.

En "La Patrona", el aclamado autor Fiódor Dostoyevski teje una narrativa cautivadora que explora los rincones más oscuros de la psique humana. Ambientada en la fría y sombría Rusia del siglo XIX, esta obra maestra literaria nos sumerge en un mundo donde la moralidad y el deseo chocan en un torbellino de pasión y redención.En el corazón de la historia se encuentra Natalia, una mujer de belleza hipnotizante y una mente astuta que ejerce un control magnético sobre quienes la rodean. Su presencia en la vida del protagonista desata una serie de eventos que desafían las convenciones sociales y ponen a prueba los límites del alma humana.Con una prosa magistral y una profundidad psicológica única, Dostoyevski nos invita a explorar los laberintos de la moralidad, el poder y la redención. "La Patrona" es mucho más que una simple novela; es un viaje emocional y existencial que dejará una huella indeleble en el alma del lector.

"El cocodrilo", una obra única y fascinante del renombrado autor Fiódor Dostoyevski, nos lleva a un viaje surrealista a través de la mente humana y la sociedad del siglo XIX. En esta inusual historia, seguimos las desventuras de Iván Matvéich, un modesto funcionario público que se encuentra atrapado dentro del vientre de un enorme cocodrilo después de caer accidentalmente en un estanque.A través de los ojos de Iván, Dostoyevski nos ofrece una mirada satírica y a menudo humorística de la burocracia, la vanidad y la superficialidad de la sociedad rusa de la época. Mientras lucha por sobrevivir dentro del vientre del cocodrilo, Iván se ve obligado a confrontar sus propias debilidades y prejuicios, así como a cuestionar las convenciones sociales y la naturaleza misma de la existencia.Con su prosa vívida y su ingenio mordaz, Dostoyevski nos sumerge en un mundo de absurdos y paradojas, donde la realidad y la fantasía se entrelazan de manera inextricable. A través de las desventuras de Iván, la novela nos invita a reflexionar sobre temas atemporales como la alienación, la búsqueda de significado y la lucha por la libertad. En última instancia, "El cocodrilo" es una obra maestra de la sátira social que sigue resonando con los lectores hasta el día de hoy.

"El Árbol de Navidad y una Boda" es un relato corto escrito por Fyodor Dostoevsky. Aunque menos conocido que sus novelas más famosas como "Crimen y Castigo" y "Los Hermanos Karamazov", esta historia presenta el estilo característico del autor y aborda temas universales como el amor, la compasión y la condición humana. Dostoevsky sitúa la trama en el ambiente festivo de la Navidad y una ceremonia de boda, creando así un escenario que refleja tanto la alegría como las complejidades de la vida.En "El Árbol de Navidad y una Boda", Dostoevsky explora las relaciones humanas y las emociones de manera profunda y perspicaz. A través de sus personajes y sus interacciones, el autor nos invita a reflexionar sobre la naturaleza del amor y la conexión humana, así como sobre los desafíos y las contradicciones que enfrentamos en nuestras vidas. La historia revela la habilidad de Dostoevsky para capturar la esencia de la experiencia humana y ofrecer una visión penetrante de la condición humana.

"Mr. Prohartchin" presents a cautionary tale of moral decline, focusing on the protagonist's downfall driven by his relentless pursuit of power and wealth. Through the character of Prohartchin, the novel delves into the perils of unchecked ambition and the absence of moral values, serving as a stark reminder of the spiritual and personal destruction that can accompany selfish desires. While the narrative doesn't explicitly delve into religious themes, it subtly underscores the significance of virtuous living and spiritual integrity, echoing Catholic teachings on the importance of leading a righteous life centered on humility and charity.Although the storyline primarily revolves around Prohartchin's moral decay, it inherently carries a deeper message about the virtues of humility and selflessness, which are foundational principles in Catholic doctrine. The novel serves as a reflection on the dangers of succumbing to worldly temptations and the importance of upholding moral principles in the face of adversity. Through Prohartchin's character arc, readers are prompted to contemplate the broader implications of ethical conduct and the enduring value of spiritual integrity in navigating life's challenges.Ultimately, "Mr. Prohartchin" offers readers a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and the timeless struggle between virtue and vice. While it portrays the consequences of moral waywardness, it also subtly underscores the enduring relevance of Catholic moral teachings, inviting readers to reflect on the significance of leading a life guided by principles of compassion, humility, and spiritual devotion.

"Crimen y Castigo" es una obra maestra de la literatura escrita por el famoso autor ruso Fiódor Dostoyevski. Ambientada en la turbulenta ciudad de San Petersburgo, la novela sigue la vida de Rodion Raskólnikov, un joven estudiante atormentado por la pobreza y la desesperación.Raskólnikov, convencido de su propia superioridad intelectual y moral, concibe un plan para cometer un crimen aparentemente justificado: el asesinato de una avariciosa usurera. Sin embargo, este acto brutal desencadena una profunda crisis moral en Raskólnikov, quien se debate entre la justificación de sus acciones y el peso abrumador de su conciencia.A lo largo de la novela, Dostoyevski explora temas universales como el bien y el mal, la culpa y la redención, y la naturaleza de la moralidad humana. A través de personajes vívidos y complejos, como el astuto detective Porfiri Petrovich y la enigmática Sonia Marmeládova, la novela ofrece una penetrante reflexión sobre la condición humana y los dilemas éticos que enfrentamos."Crimen y Castigo" es una obra monumental que ha cautivado a lectores de todo el mundo desde su publicación en 1866. Con su prosa magistral, su profundidad psicológica y su análisis perspicaz de la mente humana, Dostoyevski nos sumerge en un fascinante viaje a través de los laberintos de la conciencia y la moralidad, dejando una impresión indeleble en aquellos que se aventuran en sus páginas.

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Like many of Dostoevsky's stories, "White Nights" is told in the first person by a nameless narrator. The narrator is a young man living in Saint Petersburg who suffers from loneliness. He gets to know and falls in love with a young woman, but the love remains unrequited as the woman misses her lover, with whom she is finally reunited.

"A Christmas Tree and a Wedding" is a short story by Fyodor Dostoevsky that captures the essence of the holiday season while also exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the human condition.In the story, the narrator reflects on a particular Christmas when he was a child, recalling the joy and excitement of the holiday festivities. Amidst the celebrations, the family receives news of a wedding taking place nearby. The contrast between the joyous Christmas festivities and the solemnity of the wedding ceremony serves as a backdrop for the deeper exploration of human emotions and relationships.As the narrator observes the wedding procession passing by, he muses on the nature of love and commitment, contemplating the significance of marriage and the sacrifices it entails. The juxtaposition of the two events - the jubilant Christmas celebrations and the solemn wedding procession - prompts the narrator to reflect on the complexities of human experience and the interplay between joy and sorrow in life.Through "A Christmas Tree and a Wedding," Dostoevsky offers readers a poignant meditation on the meaning of love, family, and the passage of time, inviting them to contemplate the deeper aspects of the human spirit amidst the backdrop of holiday cheer and celebration.