The Idiot

The Idiot

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1996 · English · Paperback · 926 editions
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Prince Myshkin returns to Russia from an asylum in Switzerland. Embroiled in the intrigues which centre around the ruling classes, he emerges as a combination of the Christian ideal and Dostoevsky's own views. The world created by the ruling classes cannot accommodate the goodness of this idiot.

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Format Paperback
Pages 596 pages
Language English
Published Jan 1, 1996
Publisher Wordsworth Editions
ISBN-10 1853261750
ISBN-13 9781853261756

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Sophisticated topics the signature sign of DostoevskyTo save someone you need to truly love them. Myshkin feels sorry for Nastasya and Rogozin feels passion towards her.Myshkin - JesusRogozin- devilThe only positive woman character in this novel is Vera Lebedeva.It’s always though to read Dostoevsky because he re opens your soul and force you to dig deeper until you start to reflect what a sinner you are. This book also shows how Russian society is sick and is not ready for the second Jesus appearance.

February 19th 2026

At this point in time, I find the story confusing. The characters confusing and doesn't make sense to me why they did what they have done. So I have decided to drop it and maybe in the future I can pick it up again with a better comprehension skill.

February 16th 2026
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