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The Brothers Karamazov

Fyodor Dostoevsky

In a tumultuous tale of passion, morality, and fate, three brothers confront their most profound desires and fears in the shadow of family conflict.

Translated by Constance Garnett

First published 1880

Russia collection

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The Karamazov family is embroiled in a tempestuous battle of inheritance, love, and ideology. Dmitri, engaged in a bitter conflict with his father Fyodor over an inheritance and the captivating Grushenka, is entwined in a whirlwind of envy, love, and rivalry. With the return of the introspective Ivan from Moscow and the spiritually-minded Alyosha from the local monastery, the family's dynamics become even more intricate. As misunderstandings, unintended consequences, and tensions mount, the family is set on a tragic path, observed keenly by the townspeople.

A masterpiece from Fyodor Dostoevsky, 'The Brothers Karamazov' is not just a story of a family's descent into potential ruin, but also an exploration of profound philosophical and existential themes. Echoing in the works and thoughts of great minds like Kafka, Joyce, Freud, and Sartre, this novel delves deep into the human psyche, dissecting love, faith, and the eternal struggle of good versus evil.

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