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1 day ago · In the character of Prince Myshkin, Dostoevsky set himself the task of depicting "the positively good and beautiful man." [ 212 ] The novel examines the consequences of placing such a singular individual at the centre of the conflicts, desires, passions and egoism of worldly society, both for the man himself and for those with whom he becomes involved.
4 days ago · Why Start: The Idiot offers a profound exploration of goodness, innocence, and the struggles of a pure-hearted individual (Prince Myshkin) in a corrupt society. It’s a deep and moving novel, showcasing Dostoevsky’s skill in portraying complex characters.
5 days ago · Explore Dostoevsky's greatest novels, where psychological depth, moral dilemmas, and unforgettable characters create timeless literary masterpieces.
2 days ago · That Dostoevsky understood this rhetorical move is illustrated in The Idiot, when the eponymous idiot, Prince Myshkin, delivers a hyperbolic speech about the virtues of the Russian aristocracy to an audience of aristocrats who are infinitely far from embodying the virtues he is praising.
5 days ago · Dostoyevsky first published his novel "e;The Idiot"e; as a serial in the literary magazine The Russian Messenger in 1868-1869. "e;Idiot"e; is an adjective that refers to the mistake of the main protagonist, the good young Prince Myshkin, whose kindness and open heart to life and people lead some characters to consider him an ...
3 days ago · This semi-autobiographical novel draws from Dostoevsky’s experiences in a Siberian prison camp. It explores the lives and thoughts of convicts, reflecting on crime, punishment, and redemption. Dostoevsky’s debut novel is a moving tale of a poor clerk and his correspondence with a woman. It’s a ...
4 days ago · Князь Мышкин – племянник Пушкина? Открывается экспозиция, приуроченная к 190-летию со дня рождения Льва Николаевича Павлищева
