In Fyodor Dostoyevsky's seminal work, "Crime and Punishment," readers are thrust into the psychological turmoil of Raskolnikov, a former student grappling with poverty and existential despair in St. Petersburg. The novel intricately examines themes of morality, guilt, and redemption, employing a gripping narrative that effectively weaves together philosophical discourse and a detailed, almost claustrophobic depiction of urban life. Dostoyevsky's distinct style, characterized by intense characte ...