Fyodor M Dostoevsky

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Notes from the Underground (Grand Type Collector's Edition) (Laminated Hardback with Jacket) Large Print

Beschreibung

Experience timeless classics like never before in this Grand Type Collector's Edition With clear, easy-to-read formatting, this edition is designed for readers who prefer or require larger text without sacrificing the excitement of the original. Large Print Features: * 18-point font: Generously sized text for maximum readability and comfort. * Sans-serif font: Clean, modern typeface designed to reduce visual strain. * Italics are bolded: Important emphasis is maintained without thin, hard-to-see lettering. * Easy-to-read line lengths: Shorter rows of text (under 45 characters per line) make reading smoother and less tiring. Beneath the bustling streets of 19th-century Russia lies the voice of a man who has withdrawn from society, retreating into both physical and emotional isolation. The narrator, a disillusioned former civil servant, delivers a scathing and deeply personal critique of the world around him, mixing biting humor with unsettling honesty. Through recollections of bitter encounters and awkward attempts at connection, he exposes the contradictions of human nature and the torment of his own fractured psyche. This haunting narrative pulls readers deep into the confessional of a man at war with himself and with society. Notes from the Underground is a groundbreaking work that laid the foundation for modern existential literature. Dostoevsky's raw exploration of alienation, free will, and the irrational sides of humanity profoundly shaped later philosophical and literary thought, influencing figures like Nietzsche, Sartre, and Freud. By challenging the rational optimism of his time, Dostoevsky offered a darker, more complex portrait of the human condition. Its unflinching introspection continues to resonate, making it a cornerstone of psychological and philosophical fiction.

Autor

Fyodor Dostoevsky was born in 1821 in Moscow, Russia, to a middle-class family. Early on, he developed a deep interest in literature and philosophy. His family life was difficult, marked by his father's strict discipline and his mother's illness. After losing both parents, Dostoevsky entered a military academy. But his passion for writing soon took over, leading him to pursue a literary career.In 1849, Dostoevsky was arrested for his involvement in a political discussion group. He was sentenced to death but pardoned at the last moment. Instead, he was sent to Siberia, where the harsh conditions deeply affected him. This experience transformed his outlook on life, bringing themes of suffering and redemption into his work. After his release, he returned to St. Petersburg, where he struggled financially but achieved success as a writer.Dostoevsky's later novels, like Crime and Punishment, The Idiot, and The Brothers Karamazov, are known for their psychological and philosophical depth. His stories explore themes of guilt, faith, and human nature. He influenced writers, philosophers, and thinkers around the world. Today, his novels remain deeply impactful, offering readers profound insights into life and morality.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Revive AI Ltd.
• Seitenzahl: 284
• Erscheinungstermin: 18. November 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 549g
• ISBN-13: 9781834122397
• ISBN-10: 1834122392
• Artikelnr.: 75874381