Fyodor Dostoevsky, considered one of the greatest novelists in literature, was a Russian author known for his profound understanding of human psychology and for pioneering existentialism in literature.
The Idiot (1869) follows the naïvely optimistic prince Myshkin as he moves through Russia’s confusing and cynical society, offering a profound discussion on the struggle between idealism and worldly disillusionment.
Notes from Underground (1864) is a stark exploration of the human condition. It delves into the innermost recesses of a deeply introspective protagonist's mind, unearthing radical thoughts on reason, free will, and suffering.
Notes from the Underground is a novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky that delves into the mind of an unnamed narrator living in isolation. Through a series of disjointed thoughts and reflections, the book explores themes of free will, alienation, and the nature of humanity. It offers a profound and thought-provoking examination of the inner workings of the human psyche.
Readers who enjoy philosophical and introspective literature
Those interested in exploring the complexities of human nature and society
People who appreciate thought-provoking and psychologically rich narratives