Dostoevsky, Fyodor
The House of the Dead
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847496669
- author:
- Dostoevsky, Fyodor
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Alma Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.8 centimetres (0.33 kg
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Classics,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The House of the Dead tells the story of Alexander Goryanchikov, a man who is sent to a Siberian prison colony for killing his wife. Initially overlooked by his fellow inmates due to his noble background, he gradually becomes an observer of the harsh realities around him.
As he settles into life in the colony, Goryanchikov witnesses firsthand the brutal treatment of prisoners and listens to their stories of violence and tragedy. Through his experiences, Dostoevsky sheds light on the conditions faced by prisoners during the Tsarist period, while also exploring the complexities of human nature.
This genre-defying novel is a powerful exploration of forgiveness and compassion, challenging readers to see beyond the surface level of those who have been labelled as criminals. With its unflinching portrayal of life in a Siberian prison colony, The House of the Dead offers a thought-provoking and deeply humane reading experience.
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