Description: The Idiot, F Dostoyevsky, 1983, Moscow, all in Russian Language. - Wikipedia: "The Idiot is a novel by the 19th-century Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published serially in 1868–69. The title is an ironic reference to the central character of the novel, Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin, a young prince whose goodness, open-hearted simplicity, and guilelessness lead many of the more worldly characters he encounters to mistakenly assume that he lacks intelligence and insight. In the character of Prince Myshkin, Dostoevsky set himself the task of depicting "the positively good and beautiful man. The novel examines the consequences of placing such a singular individual at the centre of the conflicts, desires, passions, and egoism of worldly society, both for the man himself and for those with whom he becomes involved. Joseph Frank describes The Idiot as "the most personal of all Dostoevsky's major works, the book in which he embodies his most intimate, cherished, and sacred convictions." It includes descriptions of some of his most intense personal ordeals, such as epilepsy and mock execution, and explores moral, spiritual, and philosophical themes consequent upon them. His primary motivation in writing the novel was to subject his own highest ideal, that of true Christian love, to the crucible of contemporary Russian society." - perhaps 10 or 12 full-page full color prints. - 8.15 x 5.75 inches; 606 pages Condition: Very Good or Condition for this Russian Language classic from Moscow. Cover shows almost no wear or sign of aging. No age-tanning to paper, which remains strong and supple. No owner name inside front. Binding/hinges are tight/strong...no spine cracks...extra support given to hinge for back board. Inside is all clean, with no creases, tears, marks, or stains. A very nice specimen. Has a new slip-on/off poly sleeve.
Price: 30 USD
Location: Rancho Cordova, California
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