Fyodor Dostoyevsky 3 in 1 Edition (Great Classics Library)

Here are brief descriptions of the three Dostoevsky works included in this omnibus:

1. “Crime and Punishment” (“Преступление и наказание”): “Crime and Punishment” is one of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s most famous novels. It explores the psychological and moral struggles of Rodion Raskolnikov, a young and impoverished student in St. Petersburg. Raskolnikov commits a murder and grapples with guilt, redemption, and the consequences of his actions.

2. “The Gambler” (“Игрок”): “The Gambler” is a novella by Dostoevsky that revolves around the theme of gambling. The protagonist, Alexei Ivanovich, is a tutor who becomes entangled in a gambling addiction and the complicated relationships within a wealthy Russian family. The novella reflects Dostoevsky’s own struggles with gambling.

3. “Notes from the Underground” (“Записки из подполья”): “Notes from the Underground” is a novella that presents the thoughts and ramblings of an unnamed, disillusioned narrator known as the Underground Man. The work is considered a precursor to existentialist literature and explores themes of alienation, free will, and the nature of human existence.

If you have this omnibus edition, it provides a comprehensive collection of some of Dostoevsky’s important and influential works, showcasing his exploration of psychological and philosophical themes. Enjoy your reading!