Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Fyodor Dostoevsky

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59196

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Index of the Project Gutenberg Works of Fyodor Dostoevsky

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Project Gutenberg

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This index compiles the complete literary works of Fyodor Dostoevsky, offering access to his profound explorations of human psychology, morality, and faith. From the existential angst of Notes from the Underground to the tragic grandeur of The Brothers Karamazov, this collection presents the full scope of a master's enduring legacy.

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This volume serves as a comprehensive gateway to the literary universe of Fyodor Dostoevsky, organizing his major novels, short stories, and unfinished manuscripts into a structured index. The collection begins with his early psychological masterpieces, *Notes from the Underground* and *The Gambler*, which delve into the depths of human irrationality and the struggle between reason and passion. It proceeds to his most celebrated narratives: the moral crisis in *Crime and Punishment*, the idealistic tragedy of *The Idiot*, and the philosophical intensity of *The Possessed*. The index further includes the harrowing prison memoirs in *The House of the Dead* and the epic family saga of *The Brothers Karamazov*, where themes of faith, doubt, and redemption reach their zenith. Additionally, it gathers lesser-known but significant pieces such as *White Nights*, *Poor Folk*, and the posthumous *Stavrogin's Confession*. Through this organized presentation, readers can navigate Dostoevsky's complex universe, tracing the evolution of his characters and ideas from the damp streets of St. Petersburg to the spiritual heights of the monastery. The compilation highlights the author's relentless inquiry into the nature of evil, the possibility of redemption, and the turbulent inner lives of individuals facing societal collapse. The text includes detailed tables of contents for each work, allowing access to specific chapters and parts. For instance, *Crime and Punishment* is divided into six parts with an epilogue, while *The Brothers Karamazov* spans four parts and twelve books, featuring iconic sections like 'The Grand Inquisitor' and 'The Duel'. *The House of the Dead* offers a raw look at convict life through ten years of imprisonment, detailing the 'Dead-House' and the 'Summer Season'. Short stories like 'The Dream of a Ridiculous Man' and 'Bobok' provide insight into Dostoevsky's experimental prose. The volume also presents posthumous works such as 'Stavrogin's Meeting with Tikhon' and notes on unpublished chapters of *The Possessed*. By compiling these diverse texts, the index preserves the integrity of Dostoevsky's legacy, offering a complete map of his exploration of the human soul amidst spiritual and social turmoil.

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