Crime and Punishment

In Crime and Punishment, Rodion Raskolnikov, a poor and isolated former law student, is driven to commit a violent act in order to change his fate. Dostoevsky's novel is a masterpiece of psychological insight and features memorable characters such as Raskolnikov, Svidrigailov, and Luzhin.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 720 pages
Publication date: 04 July 2022
Publisher: Alma Books Ltd

In the depths of poverty and isolation, Rodion Romanovich Raskolnikov, a former law student, finds himself trapped in a dreary little room in St. Petersburg. Having given up on any means of sustaining himself through work, his sole obsession now revolves around the notion of turning his fortunes around through an act of extreme violence: the murder of an elderly pawnbroker. The mere thought of such a heinous act fills him with horror, yet when he learns that his sister, Dunya, is about to enter into a loveless marriage to escape the unwanted advances of her employer, his disdain for the world intensifies, fueling his feelings of rebellion and revenge.

Dostoevsky's 1866 novel, Crime and Punishment, stands as a masterpiece of psychological insight. Within its pages, the author presents a cast of unforgettable characters, each with their unique traits and motivations. Raskolnikov, the temperamental protagonist, is a complex and enigmatic figure, driven by his inner turmoil and a thirst for power. Svidrigailov, a sensualist with a penchant for debauchery, adds a layer of complexity to the narrative, while Luzhin, a morally ambiguous lawyer, plays a pivotal role in shaping Raskolnikov's fate.

Presented here in a sparkling new translation by Roger Cockerell, Crime and Punishment emerges as a towering work in Russian nineteenth-century fiction and a landmark of world literature. Dostoevsky's profound exploration of human nature, morality, and the consequences of one's actions continues to resonate with readers worldwide, making this novel a timeless masterpiece that remains as relevant today as it was when it was first published.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781847498830