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Notes from Underground and the Double (Penguin Classics),Used
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Collected here in Penguin Classics are two of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's shorter works, Notes from Underground and The Double, translated by Ronald Wilks with an introduction by Robert Louis Jackson. Alienated from society and paralysed by a sense of his own insignificance, the anonymous narrator of Dostoyevsky's groundbreaking Notes from Underground tells the story of his tortured life. With bitter irony, he describes his refusal to become a worker in the 'anthill' of society and his gradual withdrawal to an existence 'underground'. The seemingly ordinary world of St Petersburg takes on a nightmarish quality in The Double when a government clerk encounters a man who looks exactly like him his double, perhaps, or possibly the darker side of his own personality. Like Notes from Underground, this is a masterly tragicomic study of human consciousness. Ronald Wilks's extraordinary new translation is accompanied here by an introduction by Robert Louis Jackson discussing these pivotal works in the context of Dostoyevsky's life and times. This edition also contains a chronology, bibliography, table of ranks and notes on each work. Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky (18211881) was born in Moscow. From 184954 he lived in a convict prison, and in later years his passion for gambling led him deeply into debt. His other works available in Penguin Classics include Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, The Idiot and Demons. If you enjoyed Notes from Underground and The Double, you might like Dostoyevsky's Demons, also available in Penguin Classics. 'Notes from Underground, with its mood of intellectual irony and alienation, can be seen as the first modern novel ... That sense of meaninglessness of existence that runs through much of twentiethcentury writing from Conrad and Kafka, to Beckett and beyond starts in Dostoyevsky's work' Malcolm Bradbury
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Notes from Underground'? A: 'Notes from Underground' explores themes of alienation, existentialism, and the conflict between individualism and societal norms, as narrated by a disenchanted character who rejects conventional life.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Notes from Underground and The Double'? A: The author is Fyodor Dostoyevsky, a renowned Russian novelist known for his profound psychological insight and exploration of human consciousness.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition of 'Notes from Underground and The Double'? A: This edition contains 291 pages.
- Q: Is this book a single volume or a collection? A: This book is a collection of two shorter works by Dostoyevsky: 'Notes from Underground' and 'The Double'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Notes from Underground and The Double' published? A: This edition was published on April 28, 2009.
- Q: What is the significance of the introduction by Robert Louis Jackson? A: The introduction by Robert Louis Jackson provides context about Dostoyevsky's life and the historical significance of the works included in this collection.
- Q: What is the recommended audience for this book? A: This book is recommended for readers interested in classic literature, psychological fiction, and those who appreciate Dostoyevsky's exploration of complex themes.
- Q: Does this edition include additional resources or notes? A: Yes, this edition includes a chronology, bibliography, table of ranks, and notes on each work to enhance readers' understanding.
- Q: Can I find other works by Dostoyevsky in Penguin Classics? A: Yes, other works by Dostoyevsky available in Penguin Classics include 'Crime and Punishment', 'The Brothers Karamazov', 'The Idiot', and 'Demons'.