Author: Dostoyevsky, Fyodor
Synopsis:
Crime and Punishment follows the story of Rodion Raskolnikov, a destitute former student living in St. Petersburg. Tormented by poverty and his own philosophical musings, Raskolnikov concocts a plan to commit a heinous crime, believing that he is above the moral laws that govern ordinary people. As he carries out his dark deed, he becomes entangled in a web of guilt, paranoia, and psychological turmoil. With relentless intensity, the novel delves into the depths of the human psyche, exploring the consequences of one's actions and the pursuit of redemption.
Genres: Psychological fiction, Crime fiction, Philosophical novel
Themes: Guilt and conscience, Morality and ethics, Redemption, Psychological exploration
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