Notes from the Underground

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Set in 1860s St. Petersburg, this classic Russian novella offers an immersive confessional from a disillusioned former civil servant. Through the protagonist's introspective monologue, Dostoevsky explores themes of alienation and existential angst, making it one of the earliest examples of existentialist literature. The narrative delves into the complexities of human psychology and society, revealing the struggles of an individual grappling with their identity and the constraints of societal norms.