The Idiot

A truly compassionate soul enters a world driven by pride, ambition, and deception.

The Idiot is one of the most profound psychological novels by Fyodor Dostoevsky, exploring the challenges of goodness and innocence in a flawed society.

The story follows Prince Myshkin, a young nobleman who returns to Russia after receiving medical treatment abroad. Known for his honesty, kindness, and compassion, Myshkin struggles to navigate a society filled with jealousy, greed, manipulation, and emotional conflict.

As he becomes connected with the passionate and troubled Nastasya Filippovna and other complex figures, his idealism is tested by the realities of human nature.

Through rich psychological insight and philosophical reflection, Dostoevsky examines themes of innocence, suffering, faith, love, and the meaning of true goodness.

A masterpiece of Russian literature, The Idiot remains a powerful exploration of whether genuine compassion can survive in an imperfect world.

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Übersetzer:innen: Eva Martin

Erscheinungsdatum

E-Book: 25. Juni 2026