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The Idiot (Barnes & Noble Classics Series)
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&&Ldiv&&R&&Ldiv&&R&&Li&&Rthe Idiot&&L/I&&R, By &&Lb&&Rfyodor Dostoevsky&&L/B&&R, Is Part Of The &&Li&&Rbarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R&&Li&&R &&L/I&&Rseries, Which Offers Quality Editions At Affordable Prices To The Student And The General Reader, Including New Scholarship, Thoughtful Design, And Pages Of Carefully Crafted Extras. Here Are Some Of The Remarkable Features Of &&Li&&Rbarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R: &&Ldiv&&R New Introductions Commissioned From Today'S Top Writers And Scholars Biographies Of The Authors Chronologies Of Contemporary Historical, Biographical, And Cultural Events Footnotes And Endnotes Selective Discussions Of Imitations, Parodies, Poems, Books, Plays, Paintings, Operas, Statuary, And Films Inspired By The Work Comments By Other Famous Authors Study Questions To Challenge The Reader'S Viewpoints And Expectations Bibliographies For Further Reading Indices & Glossaries, When Appropriate All Editions Are Beautifully Designed And Are Printed To Superior Specifications; Some Include Illustrations Of Historical Interest. &&Li&&Rbarnes & Noble Classics &&L/I&&Rpulls Together A Constellation Of Influencesbiographical, Historical, And Literaryto Enrich Each Reader'S Understanding Of These Enduring Works.&&L/Div&&R&&L/Div&&R&&L/Div&&R&&Ldiv&&R &&L/Div&&R&&Ldiv&&Rjust Two Years After Completing &&Li&&Rcrime And Punishment,&&L/I&&R Which Explored The Mind Of A Murderer, &&Lb&&Rdostoevsky&&L/B&&R Produced Another Masterpiece, &&Li&&Rthe Idiot.&&L/I&&R This Time The Author Portrays A Truly Beautiful Soula Character He Found Difficult To Bring To Life Because, As He Wrote, Beauty Is The Ideal, And Neither My Country, Nor Civilized Europe, Know What That Ideal Of Beauty Is. The Result Was One Of Dostoevskys Greatest Charactersprince Myshkin, A Saintly, Christlike, Yet Deeply Human Figure.&&Lbr&&R&&Lbr&&Rthe Story Begins When Myshkin Arrives On Russian Soil After A Stay In A Swiss Sanatorium. Scorned By St. Petersburg Society As An Idiot For His Generosity And Innocence, The Prince Finds Himself At The Center Of A Struggle Between A Rich, Kept Woman And A Beautiful, Virtuous Girl, Who Both Hope To Win His Affection. Unfortunately, Myshkins Very Goodness Seems To Bring Disaster To Everyone He Meets. The Shocking Denouement Tragically Reveals How, In A World Obsessed With Money, Power, And Sexual Conquest, A Sanatorium Is The Only Place For A Saint.&&L/Div&&R&&Ldiv&&R &&L/Div&&R&&Ldiv&&R&&Lp Style=Margin: 0In 0In 0Pt&&R&&Lstrong&&Rjoseph Frank&&L/B&&R &&L/B&&Ris Professor Emeritus Of Comparative Literature At Princeton University And Professor Emeritus Of Comparative Literature And Slavic Languages And Literature At Stanford University. He Is The Author Of A Fivevolume Study Of Dostoevskys Life And Work. The First Four Volumes Received The National Book Critics Circle Award For Biography, Two Christian Gauss Awards, Two James Russell Lowell Awards Of The Modern Language Association, A Los Angeles Times Book Prize, And Other Honors. Frank Is Also The Author Of &&Li&&Rthrough The Russian Prism: Essays On Literature And Culture, The Widening Gyre,&&L/I&&R And &&Li&&Rthe Idea Of Spatial Form.&&L/I&&R He Also Wrote The Introduction To The Barnes & Noble Classics Edition Of Dostoevskys &&Li&&Rthe House Of The Dead And Poor Folk.&&L/I&&R&&L/P&&R&&L/Div&&R
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Idiot'? A: The main theme of 'The Idiot' revolves around the contrast between innocence and the corrupting influences of society. The protagonist, Prince Myshkin, embodies purity and goodness, which highlights the moral complexities faced by individuals in a materialistic world.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Idiot'? A: The author of 'The Idiot' is Fyodor Dostoevsky, a renowned Russian novelist known for his deep psychological insights and exploration of philosophical themes.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Idiot'? A: 'The Idiot' contains 608 pages, providing a comprehensive narrative that delves into its characters and themes.
- Q: What is the format of this edition of 'The Idiot'? A: This edition of 'The Idiot' is a paperback format, making it lightweight and easy to handle for reading.
- Q: When was 'The Idiot' published? A: 'The Idiot' was published on January 16, 2004, as part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series.
- Q: Is there any additional content in this edition? A: Yes, this edition includes features such as new introductions, biographies, footnotes, and study questions that enhance the reading experience and provide context.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Good' condition, indicating that it is used but still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: Who is Joseph Frank and what is his role related to this book? A: Joseph Frank is a respected scholar and Professor Emeritus of Comparative Literature who authored a five-volume study on Dostoevsky's life and work, contributing to the understanding of 'The Idiot'.
- Q: What literary genre does 'The Idiot' belong to? A: 'The Idiot' is classified under the 'Classics' genre, representing timeless literature that continues to resonate with readers.
- Q: Can 'The Idiot' be used for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Idiot' is often used for academic study due to its rich themes and character development, making it suitable for discussions and analyses in literature courses.