Notes from Underground a Novel
Notes from Underground is a novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky that explores the psychology of an isolated and bitter man living in St. Petersburg, Russia. The book consists of two parts: the first part is a philosophical treatise on the nature of human existence, while the second part is a narrative about the protagonist's life and experiences.
By Fyodor Dostoevsky · First published 1864 · Genre: Philosophical Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Classic Literature · 2 chapters · 52,617 words
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky
- Date: 1864 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Philosophical Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Classic Literature, Social Criticism, Novella
- Length: 52,617 words
- Structure: 2 chapters, 660 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Philosophical Fiction — Explores existential themes and the human condition through introspective narrative.
- Psychological Fiction — Delves deeply into the protagonist's psyche and inner conflicts.
- Classic Literature — Considered a seminal work in the canon of classic literature.
- Social Criticism — Critiques societal norms and the impact of modernity on the individual.
Tags
existentialism · nihilism · psychology · alienation · society · morality · self-reflection · conflict · despair · freedom · suffering · introspection
Contents
- Underground
- A Propos of the Wet Snow