Crime and Punishment (Translated by Constance Garnett with an Introduction by Nathan B. Fagin)

Set in Saint Petersburg, the story follows Raskolnikov, a destitute ex-student who commits murder in a misguided attempt to assert his superiority. After killing an elderly pawnbroker, he is consumed by guilt, leading to physical and psychological distress. As paranoia escalates, he grapples with the weight of his crime and the need for atonement, reflecting Dostoyevsky's profound exploration of human psychology and morality. This classic, first published in 1866, remains a cornerstone of literary achievement, featuring a translation by Constance Garnett and an introduction by Nathan B. Fagin.