Fyodor Dostoevsky - Combo of Notes from the Underground Crime and Punishment & White Nights and Other Stories

This combo product is bundled in India but the publishing origin of this title may vary.Publication date of this bundle is the creation date of this bundle; the actual publication date of child items may vary.Notes from Underground is a groundbreaking work by Fyodor Dostoevsky first published in 1864. This novella is often considered one of the earliest examples of existential literature and provides a deep introspective examination of the human condition. It is divided into two parts: the Underground section which is a monologue by an unnamed narrator and the Apropos of the Wet Snow section which recounts events from his past.The narrator frequently referred to as the Underground Man is an isolated and disaffected former government official who now lives in self-imposed exile from society. His monologue reveals his profound alienation bitterness and disdain for social conventions. The Underground Man is characterized by his intense self-awareness and intellectualism which paradoxically lead him to a life of inaction and self-destructive behavior.In the first part of the book the Underground Man delivers a series of reflections on his own life and philosophy. He explores themes such as free will the nature of human behavior and the conflict between rationality and irrationality. His rants against the rationalist and utopian ideals of his time highlight his existential crisis and skepticism about the possibility of personal redemption or societal progress.The second part Apropos of the Wet Snow presents a more concrete narrative about the Underground Man's interactions with others particularly a failed attempt to reconnect with a former acquaintance and a disastrous encounter with a young woman. This part reveals the complexities of his character and further explores his inability to engage meaningfully with the world around him.Notes from Underground is notable for its innovative narrative style and its profound psychological and philosophical insights. Dostoevsky’s use of the unreliable narrator allows readers to engage deeply with the protagonist's internal conflicts and existential doubts. The novella's influence extends beyond literature into fields such as psychology and philosophy reflecting Dostoevsky's deep engagement with the fundamental questions of human existence.Overall Notes from Underground is a seminal work in existential literature providing a powerful and enduring exploration of human nature personal freedom and the struggle for meaning in an indifferent world.Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a groundbreaking psychological novel first published in 1866. Set in 19th-century St. Petersburg it explores the inner turmoil of a young man who believes he can justify murder in the name of a higher moral purpose. It is considered one of the greatest novels ever written deeply probing the nature of guilt morality and redemption.Crime and Punishment follows Rodion Raskolnikov an impoverished ex-student who murders a pawnbroker in an attempt to prove a philosophical theory: that certain extraordinary individuals are above the law. But instead of liberation the crime leads to a psychological unraveling. Haunted by guilt and pursued by a shrewd detective Raskolnikov is forced to confront his conscience and the true nature of justice.A hauntingly lyrical collection White Nights and Other Stories showcases Fyodor Dostoevsky’s early mastery of emotional depth and psychological insight. The title story White Nights tells the poignant tale of a lonely dreamer wandering the twilight streets of St. Petersburg where a fleeting encounter with a young woman blossoms into a delicate melancholic romance.The collection also includes other short works that explore themes of isolation compassion human suffering and moral struggle—hallmarks of Dostoevsky’s later more complex novels. These stories offer a glimpse into the early development of a literary giant and reflect his deep concern for the soul’s inner life.Written with grace and empathy this volume captures Dostoevsky’s evolving voice and provides an accessible entry point into the world of Russian literature and 19th-century existential thought.