
Dobbeltgængeren
No ratings yet
Romance
Mystery
Horror
+1
more
Format
Hardcover
Pages
188
Language
Danish
Published
Sep 22, 2017
Publisher
Bechs Forlag - Viatone
ISBN-10
8771831738
ISBN-13
9788771831733
Description
Dobbeltgængeren emerges from the early years of Fyodor Dostoevsky's literary journey, showcasing his remarkable storytelling ability and exploration of complex psychological themes. Published in 1846, this novel delves into the tumultuous life of its protagonist, a struggling civil servant named Golyadkin. As he navigates his way through the intricacies of St. Petersburg society, Golyadkin encounters a mysterious doppelgänger who begins to unravel his already fragile existence.
The narrative unfolds as Golyadkin’s paranoia grows, sending him into a spiral of confusion and self-doubt. This encounter with his double challenges not only his perception of reality but also raises questions about identity, societal expectations, and the human condition. Dostoevsky skillfully paints a portrait of isolation and the fear of losing one’s self in a world that demands conformity.
Readers are drawn into the psychological depths of Golyadkin's mind, where dark humor and existential dread meet. The themes resonate with universal truths about the struggles of the individual against the forces of society, making the story both timeless and relatable.
Dobbeltgængeren stands as an important precursor to Dostoevsky's later masterpieces, laying the groundwork for his exploration of duality and humanity’s inner conflicts. Through this compelling exploration of self and society, the work invites readers to reflect on the nature of identity and the shadows that lurk within each of us.
The narrative unfolds as Golyadkin’s paranoia grows, sending him into a spiral of confusion and self-doubt. This encounter with his double challenges not only his perception of reality but also raises questions about identity, societal expectations, and the human condition. Dostoevsky skillfully paints a portrait of isolation and the fear of losing one’s self in a world that demands conformity.
Readers are drawn into the psychological depths of Golyadkin's mind, where dark humor and existential dread meet. The themes resonate with universal truths about the struggles of the individual against the forces of society, making the story both timeless and relatable.
Dobbeltgængeren stands as an important precursor to Dostoevsky's later masterpieces, laying the groundwork for his exploration of duality and humanity’s inner conflicts. Through this compelling exploration of self and society, the work invites readers to reflect on the nature of identity and the shadows that lurk within each of us.
Reviews
Reading Log
No reading logs found
Start tracking your reading progress to see logs here
Add Your First Reading LogNotes
Transaction Log
No transaction logs found
Start tracking your book transactions to see logs here
Add Your First Transaction Log