Fyodor Dostoevsky
Poor Folk
- ISBN 13:
- 9781592244317
- author:
- Fyodor Dostoevsky
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wildside Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 172
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A poignant and powerful portrayal of life among the poor in 19th-century Russia. Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel tells the story of two individuals, Makar Dievushkin Alexievitch and Barbara Dobroselova Alexievna, who struggle to find respect and dignity in a society that devalues them. Their love for each other is a source of comfort and strength, but it is also a reminder of the limitations placed on them by their circumstances. Dostoevsky's masterful writing brings this story to life, offering a profound exploration of the human condition. Written during a period of great personal struggle for the author, this novel showcases Dostoevsky's remarkable skill as a writer and his ability to craft compelling stories from even the most difficult experiences.