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The house of the dead

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Set in a Siberian prison camp, the narrative explores the lives of inmates through the eyes of a political prisoner. Dostoevsky delves into themes of suffering, redemption, and the human condition, revealing the complexities of life behind bars. The characters embody a range of societal issues, reflecting the struggles and moral dilemmas faced in a harsh environment. This semi-autobiographical work offers profound insights into the nature of freedom and the resilience of the human spirit.

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The house of the dead, Fjodor Michailowitsch Dostojewski

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2023
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Language
English
Publisher
Culturea
Released
2023
Format
Paperback
Pages
292
ISBN13
9791041824601
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First published
1861
Original title
Записки из Мёртвого дома (Zapiski iz Mjortvogo doma)
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Set in a Siberian prison camp, the narrative explores the lives of inmates through the eyes of a political prisoner. Dostoevsky delves into themes of suffering, redemption, and the human condition, revealing the complexities of life behind bars. The characters embody a range of societal issues, reflecting the struggles and moral dilemmas faced in a harsh environment. This semi-autobiographical work offers profound insights into the nature of freedom and the resilience of the human spirit.