Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky
Publisher: Modern Library
ISBN: 030782408X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
This collection, unique to the Modern Library, gathers seven of Dostoevsky's key works and shows him to be equally adept at the short story as with the novel. Exploring many of the same themes as in his longer works, these small masterpieces move from the tender and romantic White Nights, an archetypal nineteenth-century morality tale of pathos and loss, to the famous Notes from the Underground, a story of guilt, ineffectiveness, and uncompromising cynicism, and the first major work of existential literature. Among Dostoevsky's prototypical characters is Yemelyan in The Honest Thief, whose tragedy turns on an inability to resist crime. Presented in chronological order, in David Magarshack's celebrated translation, this is the definitive edition of Dostoevsky's best stories.
The Best Short Stories of Fyodor Dostoevsky
Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky
Publisher: Modern Library
ISBN: 030782408X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
This collection, unique to the Modern Library, gathers seven of Dostoevsky's key works and shows him to be equally adept at the short story as with the novel. Exploring many of the same themes as in his longer works, these small masterpieces move from the tender and romantic White Nights, an archetypal nineteenth-century morality tale of pathos and loss, to the famous Notes from the Underground, a story of guilt, ineffectiveness, and uncompromising cynicism, and the first major work of existential literature. Among Dostoevsky's prototypical characters is Yemelyan in The Honest Thief, whose tragedy turns on an inability to resist crime. Presented in chronological order, in David Magarshack's celebrated translation, this is the definitive edition of Dostoevsky's best stories.
Publisher: Modern Library
ISBN: 030782408X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
This collection, unique to the Modern Library, gathers seven of Dostoevsky's key works and shows him to be equally adept at the short story as with the novel. Exploring many of the same themes as in his longer works, these small masterpieces move from the tender and romantic White Nights, an archetypal nineteenth-century morality tale of pathos and loss, to the famous Notes from the Underground, a story of guilt, ineffectiveness, and uncompromising cynicism, and the first major work of existential literature. Among Dostoevsky's prototypical characters is Yemelyan in The Honest Thief, whose tragedy turns on an inability to resist crime. Presented in chronological order, in David Magarshack's celebrated translation, this is the definitive edition of Dostoevsky's best stories.
Complete Short Stories and Novellas of Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1951
Book Description
Fyodor Dostoyevsky's 'Complete Short Stories and Novellas' is a collection of his lesser-known works that delve into themes of existentialism, morality, and human psychology. Known for his deep psychological insights and intricate character development, Dostoyevsky showcases his skill in crafting haunting and thought-provoking narratives in this compilation. The literary style of the stories is typical of Dostoyevsky's other works, with a focus on internal turmoil and existential questioning set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. This collection offers a glimpse into the lesser-known side of Dostoyevsky's writing, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his literary genius. From the dark and introspective 'The Double' to the philosophical exploration of punishment in 'The Gambler,' each story in this collection highlights Dostoyevsky's mastery of the short form. Readers will be captivated by the depth and complexity of the characters and the profound moral dilemmas they face. Fans of Dostoyevsky's more famous works, such as 'Crime and Punishment' and 'The Brothers Karamazov,' will find much to appreciate in this comprehensive collection of his short fiction.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 1951
Book Description
Fyodor Dostoyevsky's 'Complete Short Stories and Novellas' is a collection of his lesser-known works that delve into themes of existentialism, morality, and human psychology. Known for his deep psychological insights and intricate character development, Dostoyevsky showcases his skill in crafting haunting and thought-provoking narratives in this compilation. The literary style of the stories is typical of Dostoyevsky's other works, with a focus on internal turmoil and existential questioning set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. This collection offers a glimpse into the lesser-known side of Dostoyevsky's writing, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his literary genius. From the dark and introspective 'The Double' to the philosophical exploration of punishment in 'The Gambler,' each story in this collection highlights Dostoyevsky's mastery of the short form. Readers will be captivated by the depth and complexity of the characters and the profound moral dilemmas they face. Fans of Dostoyevsky's more famous works, such as 'Crime and Punishment' and 'The Brothers Karamazov,' will find much to appreciate in this comprehensive collection of his short fiction.
The Gospel in Dostoyevsky
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: The Plough Publishing House
ISBN: 1570755094
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
A collection of excerpts from Dostoyevsky's writings, demonstrating his spiritual thoughts and grouped under such headings as "Man's Rebellion Against God" and "Life in God."
Publisher: The Plough Publishing House
ISBN: 1570755094
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 214
Book Description
A collection of excerpts from Dostoyevsky's writings, demonstrating his spiritual thoughts and grouped under such headings as "Man's Rebellion Against God" and "Life in God."
White Nights and Other Stories
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Although Russian fiction master Fyodor Dostoyevsky is best known for epic, sprawling novels that detail psychological and philosophical problems in minute detail, his more concise work is also remarkable in its scope and depth. This collection of stories will please fans of classic Russian literature and Dostoyevsky buffs who are interested in sampling the author's forays into another format.
Publisher: Independently Published
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 206
Book Description
Although Russian fiction master Fyodor Dostoyevsky is best known for epic, sprawling novels that detail psychological and philosophical problems in minute detail, his more concise work is also remarkable in its scope and depth. This collection of stories will please fans of classic Russian literature and Dostoyevsky buffs who are interested in sampling the author's forays into another format.
Great Short Works of Fyodor Dostoevsky
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060726461
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 852
Book Description
The shorter works of one of the world's greatest writers, including The Gambler and Notes from Underground The short works of Dostoevsky exist in the very large shadow of his astonishing longer novels, but they too are among literature's most revered works. The Gambler chronicles Dostoevsky's own addiction, which he eventually overcame. Many have argued that Notes from Underground contains several keys to understanding the themes of the longer novels, such as Crime and Punishment and The Idiot. Great Short Works of Fyodor Dostoevsky includes: Notes from Underground The Gambler A Disgraceful Affair The Eternal Husband The Double White Nights A Gentle Creature The Dream of a Ridiculous Man
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780060726461
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 852
Book Description
The shorter works of one of the world's greatest writers, including The Gambler and Notes from Underground The short works of Dostoevsky exist in the very large shadow of his astonishing longer novels, but they too are among literature's most revered works. The Gambler chronicles Dostoevsky's own addiction, which he eventually overcame. Many have argued that Notes from Underground contains several keys to understanding the themes of the longer novels, such as Crime and Punishment and The Idiot. Great Short Works of Fyodor Dostoevsky includes: Notes from Underground The Gambler A Disgraceful Affair The Eternal Husband The Double White Nights A Gentle Creature The Dream of a Ridiculous Man
Notes from the Underground and Other Stories
Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions
ISBN: 9781840225778
Category : Russia
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of Dostoevsky's short stories, including Notes From The Underground which is considered to be one of the first works of existential literature.
Publisher: Wordsworth Editions
ISBN: 9781840225778
Category : Russia
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A collection of Dostoevsky's short stories, including Notes From The Underground which is considered to be one of the first works of existential literature.
The Gambler, Bobok, A Nasty Story
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141907959
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
The stories in this volume demonstrate Dostoyevsky's genius for fusing caricature, irony and the grotesque to create a powerful dark humour. The Gambler is a breathtaking portrayal of an intense and futile obsession. Based on Dostoyevsky's own experience of financial desperation and the compulsive desire to win money, it focuses on the characters that take their places at the gaming tables of 'Roulettenburg': the outspoken, aristocratic 'Grandmamma', the mercenary Mademoiselle Blanche, the cool, mysterious Polina and Alex, the author's self-portrait; a man gripped by exhilaration and hopelessness. Bobok is a blackly comic satire in which a desolate writer becomes drawn into the conversations of the dead, and A Nasty Story is a humorous look at the disparity between a man's exaggerated ideal of himself and the sad reality.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141907959
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
The stories in this volume demonstrate Dostoyevsky's genius for fusing caricature, irony and the grotesque to create a powerful dark humour. The Gambler is a breathtaking portrayal of an intense and futile obsession. Based on Dostoyevsky's own experience of financial desperation and the compulsive desire to win money, it focuses on the characters that take their places at the gaming tables of 'Roulettenburg': the outspoken, aristocratic 'Grandmamma', the mercenary Mademoiselle Blanche, the cool, mysterious Polina and Alex, the author's self-portrait; a man gripped by exhilaration and hopelessness. Bobok is a blackly comic satire in which a desolate writer becomes drawn into the conversations of the dead, and A Nasty Story is a humorous look at the disparity between a man's exaggerated ideal of himself and the sad reality.
The Gambler
Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Russia
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Russia
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Dostoevsky in Love
Author: Alex Christofi
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472964705
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
'A daring and mesmerizing twist on the art of biography' – Douglas Smith, author of Rasputin: The Biography 'Anyone who loves [Dostoevsky's] novels will be fascinated by this book' – Sue Prideaux, author of I Am Dynamite! A Life of Friedrich Nietzsche Dostoevsky's life was marked by brilliance and brutality. Sentenced to death as a young revolutionary, he survived mock execution and Siberian exile to live through a time of seismic change in Russia, eventually being accepted into the Tsar's inner circle. He had three great love affairs, each overshadowed by debilitating epilepsy and addiction to gambling. Somehow, amidst all this, he found time to write short stories, journalism and novels such as Crime and Punishment, The Idiot and The Brothers Karamazov, works now recognised as among the finest ever written. In Dostoevsky in Love Alex Christofi weaves carefully chosen excerpts of the author's work with the historical context to form an illuminating and often surprising whole. The result is a novelistic life that immerses the reader in a grand vista of Dostoevsky's world: from the Siberian prison camp to the gambling halls of Europe; from the dank prison cells of the Tsar's fortress to the refined salons of St Petersburg. Along the way, Christofi relates the stories of the three women whose lives were so deeply intertwined with Dostoevsky's: the consumptive widow Maria; the impetuous Polina who had visions of assassinating the Tsar; and the faithful stenographer Anna, who did so much to secure his literary legacy. Reading between the lines of his fiction, Christofi reconstructs the memoir Dostoevsky might have written had life – and literary stardom – not intervened. He gives us a new portrait of the artist as never before seen: a shy but devoted lover, an empathetic friend of the people, a loyal brother and friend, and a writer able to penetrate to the very depths of the human soul.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472964705
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 257
Book Description
'A daring and mesmerizing twist on the art of biography' – Douglas Smith, author of Rasputin: The Biography 'Anyone who loves [Dostoevsky's] novels will be fascinated by this book' – Sue Prideaux, author of I Am Dynamite! A Life of Friedrich Nietzsche Dostoevsky's life was marked by brilliance and brutality. Sentenced to death as a young revolutionary, he survived mock execution and Siberian exile to live through a time of seismic change in Russia, eventually being accepted into the Tsar's inner circle. He had three great love affairs, each overshadowed by debilitating epilepsy and addiction to gambling. Somehow, amidst all this, he found time to write short stories, journalism and novels such as Crime and Punishment, The Idiot and The Brothers Karamazov, works now recognised as among the finest ever written. In Dostoevsky in Love Alex Christofi weaves carefully chosen excerpts of the author's work with the historical context to form an illuminating and often surprising whole. The result is a novelistic life that immerses the reader in a grand vista of Dostoevsky's world: from the Siberian prison camp to the gambling halls of Europe; from the dank prison cells of the Tsar's fortress to the refined salons of St Petersburg. Along the way, Christofi relates the stories of the three women whose lives were so deeply intertwined with Dostoevsky's: the consumptive widow Maria; the impetuous Polina who had visions of assassinating the Tsar; and the faithful stenographer Anna, who did so much to secure his literary legacy. Reading between the lines of his fiction, Christofi reconstructs the memoir Dostoevsky might have written had life – and literary stardom – not intervened. He gives us a new portrait of the artist as never before seen: a shy but devoted lover, an empathetic friend of the people, a loyal brother and friend, and a writer able to penetrate to the very depths of the human soul.
Short Stories
Author: Fiodor Dostoievski
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 375233360X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Reproduction of the original: Short Stories by Fiodor Dostoievski
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 375233360X
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Reproduction of the original: Short Stories by Fiodor Dostoievski