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A young student is haunted by the murder he has committed. Overwhelmed afterwards by guilt and terror, he confesses and goes to prison. There he realizes that happiness and redemption can only be achieved through suffering.

These novelists burst with a literary energy that is hard to contain. They cover a myriad of styles and themes, narratives packed full of fully-formed characters in powerful tales that have become an essential and integral part of our literary heritage.

This audiobook, read by three Audie award-winning narrators, includes unabridged recordings of Fyodor Dostoyevsky and Leo Tolstoy's greatest novels. Translations by Constance Garnett and Aylmer & Louise Maude. This audiobook is fully indexed. Once downloaded, each book and chapter will be listed so you can easily navigate to the individual section.

Crime and Punishment, and Notes from Underground are two of the most famous novels written by Fyodor Dostoevsky, a Russian author widely considered to be one of the greatest writers of all time. These three books, in particular, are often cited as among his greatest works.

A century after it first appeared, Crime and Punishment remains one of the most gripping psychological thrillers. A poverty-stricken young man, seeing his family making sacrifices for him, is faced with an opportunity to solve his financial problems with one simple but horrifying act: the murder of a pawnbroker. She is, he feels, just a parasite on society. But does the end justify the means? Rodion Romanovitch Raskolnikov makes his decision and then has to live with it.

The dead are talking, and they have no intention of behaving themselves. Ivan Ivanovitch is a struggling writer who is slowly losing his grip. He goes to a funeral for a distant relative, wanders among the graves, and sits down to rest. Then he hears voices coming from under the ground. The...

The Ultimate Classics Collection: Volume Five is the fifth instalment of our wide-ranging classic collections. Volume Five features 14 essential works that reach across Europe, America, and Russia - from Twain to Dostoyevsky to Austen - to bring together some of the most influential authors of the 18th and 19th century. Read by a cast of incredible narrators, this is a chance to expand your listening by going deeper into some of your favourite authors' works and find your new favourite piece of classic literature.

Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, wanders through the slums of St Petersburg and commits a random murder without remorse or regret. He imagines himself to be a great man, a Napoleon: acting for a higher purpose beyond conventional moral law. But as he embarks on a dangerous...

Inspired by the true story of a political murder that horrified Russians in 1869, Dostoevsky conceived of Demons as a "novel-pamphlet" in which he would say everything about the plague of materialist ideology that he saw infecting his native land. What emerged was a prophetic and ferociously funny masterpiece of ideology and murder in pre-revolutionary Russia.

Dostoevsky’s narrator is the anonymous voice of the masterful novella. Retired and isolated from society, he is bitter, contemptuous, and contemplative as he presents his anecdotes and philosophical outlooks. Presented as an extract from the narrator’s memoirs, Notes from the Underground is divided into two parts. Opening with a monologue attacking Western philosophy, Dostoevsky follows this theoretical exploration with the anti-hero’s accounts of various destructive and restorative life experiences.

When the ruthless landowner Fyodor Karamazov is murdered, the crime sends his three sons spiraling into crisis: Dmitri, the passionate sensualist locked in bitter rivalry with his father; Ivan, the fiercely rational skeptic; and Alyosha, the devout young novice. As the investigation and courtroom drama unfold, Dostoevsky transforms a tale of patricide into a profound portrait of Russian society at a moment of spiritual and cultural upheaval.

Delve into the rich tapestry of human experience through a captivating collection of short stories that illuminate the complexities of life, love, and the human condition. Each episode invites listeners to explore a new complete audiobook, showcasing a diverse range of voices, styles, and themes woven into brief yet impactful narratives. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that reveal the power of brevity in storytelling. From poignant tales of introspection to whimsical adventures that spark the imagination, each selection offers a fresh perspective and invites ...

Explore the intricate dance between identity and the self in "Double: A Petersburg Poem," where the theme of doppelgängers serves as a poignant backdrop for our rotating collection of audiobooks. This podcast delves into the psychological and existential struggles individuals face as they confront their own reflections, both literal and metaphorical. Each episode invites listeners to engage with narratives that probe the boundaries of sanity, social perception, and the duality of human nature. With a focus on stories that reveal the complexities of selfhood and the haunting specters of our ...

Dive into the whimsical yet incisive world of "Uncle's Dream," where themes of societal critique, love, and human folly take center stage. This podcast invites you to explore the intricacies of provincial life, painted with humor and sharp observations that reveal the underlying absurdities of social hierarchies. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering a rotating collection of narratives that echo the complexities of human relationships and ambitions. From the grandiosity of aristocrats to the struggles of the common folk, these stories illuminate the tensions and interactions...

"Crime and Punishment" is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. It was first published in the literary journal "The Russian Messenger" in twelve monthly installments during 1866. It was later published in a single volume. It is the second of Dostoyevsky's full-length novels following his return from ten years of exile in Siberia. Crime and Punishment is considered the first great novel of his "mature" period of writing. "Crime and Punishment" focuses on the mental anguish and moral dilemmas of Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student in St. Petersburg who formulates and ...

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a psychological novel that explores the moral struggles of Raskolnikov, a poor ex-student in St. Petersburg. He commits a brutal murder, believing that certain individuals have the right to transgress moral laws for a greater good. However, after the crime, he is consumed by guilt and paranoia, leading to mental and emotional torment. The novel delves into themes of guilt, redemption, morality, and the complexities of human nature. Dostoevsky's work remains a profound examination of the consequences of crime and the search for meaning in suffering.(...

Explore the high-stakes world of risk, chance, and the human psyche's complex dance with fortune and folly. This podcast delves into stories that examine the allure and peril of gambling, whether it's the literal roll of the dice or the metaphorical risks we take in life and love. Each week, immerse yourself in a different complete audiobook, offering a fresh perspective on the themes of risk and reward across various times and styles. It's not one continuous story, but a diverse collection that promises insight and entertainment for the curious mind. New books are added weekly, ensuring ...

After being treated for epilepsy at a Swiss sanatorium, Prince Muishkin returns to St. Petersburg to reconnect with a wealthy distant relative and her family. Guileless and charming, Muishkin endears himself to everyone he meets, and they place him in the center of high society’s conflicts. Soon Muishkin becomes caught in a sphere of jealousy, betrayal, extortion, and murder. And he finds his loyalties divided between two women - one needing love, the other salvation.

The Karamazov brothers are as different as mind, body, and spirit. Ivan, an atheist and brooding intellectual; Dmitri, a volatile sensualist and his father’s rival for the beautiful Grushenka; and Alexey, driven by unshakeable piety. In their shadow is their rejected half-brother, humiliated...

Living in a squalid room in St. Petersburg, the indigent but proud Rodion Raskolnikov believes he is above society. Obsessed with the idea of breaking the law, Raskolnikov resolves to kill an old pawnbroker for her cash. Although the murder and robbery are bungled, Raskolnikov manages to escape without being seen. And with nothing to prove his guilt and a mendacious confessor in police custody, Raskolnikov seems to have committed the perfect crime. But in Dostoyevsky’s world of moral transgressions, with its reason and its consequences, Raskolnikov’s plan has a devastating hitch.