"The House of the Dead" is a novel written by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published in 1861. The novel is based on Dostoevsky's own experiences as a political prisoner in a Siberian labor camp. It is narrated by the character Alexander Petrovich Goryanchikov, who is a fictionalized version of Dostoevsky. The story provides a vivid and often harrowing account of life in the Siberian penal colony, where the inmates are subjected to brutal treatment and harsh conditions. "The House of the Dead" is known for its exploration of the psychological and social effects of imprisonment and exile. It delves into themes of suffering, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit. The novel is significant for its realistic portrayal of the life of convicts in 19th-century Russia and for its insights into the human condition.
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The house of the dead
"The House of the Dead" is a novel written by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published in 1861. The novel is based on Dostoevsky's own experiences as a political prisoner in a Siberian labor camp. It is narrated by the character Alexander Petrovich Goryanchikov, who is a fictionalized version of Dostoevsky. The story provides a vivid and often harrowing account of life in the Siberian penal colony, where the inmates are subjected to brutal treatment and harsh conditions. "The House of the Dead" is known for its exploration of the psychological and social effects of imprisonment and exile. It delves into themes of suffering, redemption, and the resilience of the human spirit. The novel is significant for its realistic portrayal of the life of convicts in 19th-century Russia and for its insights into the human condition.
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| ISBN-13: | 9791041824601 |
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| Publisher: | Culturea |
| Publication date: | 11/06/2023 |
| Pages: | 292 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.83(w) x 8.27(h) x 0.66(d) |
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