Crime and Punishment

700 Pages

Crime
Detective and mystery stories
Murder
Psychological fiction
Saint Petersburg (Russia)

Summary

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, translated by Constance Garnett, is a profound psychological exploration of the human soul. The novel delves into the story of Raskolnikov, a former student in St. Petersburg, who commits a brutal double murder. As the story unfolds, it examines his mental anguish and moral dilemmas, exploring themes of guilt, redemption, and the struggle for a meaningful life. The narrative masterfully captures the tension between the protagonist's intellectual reasoning and the moral consequences of his actions.

Famous Quotes

"To go wrong in one's own way is better than to go right in someone else's." - Raskolnikov

"The darker the night, the brighter the stars, The deeper the grief, the closer is God!" - Porfiry

"If he has a conscience he will suffer for his mistake. That will be his punishment-as well as the prison." - Sonia

"Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart." - Raskolnikov