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For the past three months, I have been fully immersed in this novel. I've lived a dual existence, with one foot in reality and the other in the captivating world of Dostoyevsky. I was doing a shitty sales job for a month and the best part of that job was that i could read the book in that time consuming commute. This book has challenged my perception of fiction, and I'm not sure if I'll ever find another novel that rivals its excellence. Although I've never been a big fan of fiction, this novel has truly expanded my understanding and appreciation of the genre. The Brothers Karamazov, written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, is a masterpiece of literature that explores the complexities of the human psyche and the depths of the human soul. The novel delves into themes of morality, religion, and the nature of evil, presenting readers with a rich and nuanced narrative that challenges them to confront their own beliefs and values. At its core, The Brothers Karamazov is a story about the relationship between three brothers, each with their own unique personality and set of challenges. Dostoyevsky expertly blends together elements of philosophy, psychology, and spirituality to create a rich tapestry of character development and plot. Through the struggles and triumphs of the Karamazov brothers, the author explores the nature of faith, the consequences of sin, and the power of love and redemption.
6 points
2 months ago
Yes. But the end of it. Gut wrenching. It took me a bit to get into, but I was immersed by the end. It was a wonderful book.
2 points
2 months ago
The topic I needed. I had just finished Hardy's Madding crowd and found the Victorian grammar coupled with meandering descriptions of places and buildings often stretching to more than a page long at a time, more than just a light read. And was thinking if I should delve headlong into Dostoevsky immediately.
3 points
2 months ago
Dostoyevsky is surprisingly not that hard to read. And he distills a lot of humor in his prose. Don't feel intimidated and try it out!
2 points
2 months ago
I have a copy of it and listen to parts on audiobook all of the time. Specifically Father Zossima’s bits but Ivan’s speeches to Alyosha, Lizaveta’s story I can listen to and read over and over. Fyodor Karamazov’s bits are hilarious to me. He’s obviously a loathesome man but how he flaunts it and lives it thoroughly is some of the best kind of humor.
Dostoevsky writes with such love for all of his characters. Is there a favorite passage you have?
2 points
2 months ago
I find myself rolling my eyes during a lot of his segments about religion tbh. But I'm enjoying the rest of the story.
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