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Dostoevsky‘s Demons, also known as « The Devils » or « The Possessed, » is a gripping and prophetic novel that explores the destructive power of radical ideologies in 19th-century Russia. Inspired by a real-life political murder that shocked the nation in 1869, Dostoevsky sought to expose the dangers of materialistic and revolutionary thinking.

Set in a provincial Russian town, the novel follows a group of radicals who are consumed by their own fanaticism and destructive tendencies. Led by the charismatic but unstable Nikolai Stavrogin, the group espouses radical ideas and seeks to incite a revolution against the existing order.

As the novel unfolds, Dostoevsky delves deep into the minds of his characters, exposing their inner turmoil, moral decay, and descent into madness. Through a series of interconnected narratives, he paints a vivid portrait of a society on the brink of collapse, where ideology has replaced morality and reason has given way to chaos.

At the heart of Demons is the character of Stavrogin, whose enigmatic nature and dark past serve as a focal point for the novel’s exploration of radicalism and nihilism. As Stavrogin’s actions and those of his followers spiral out of control, Dostoevsky creates a gripping and provocative narrative that remains relevant to this day.

Demons is a powerful and unsettling novel that challenges readers to confront the dangers of ideology and the complexities of the human soul. Through his vivid characters and compelling storytelling, Dostoevsky delivers a searing critique of political extremism and a timeless exploration of the nature of evil.

• Language: English
• Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 880
• ISBN: 9780141441412
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