Uncle's Dream is a novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky that was published in 1859. The story follows the life of Prince Mikhail Alexandrovich, who has recently returned to Russia after spending several years abroad. Upon his return, he becomes involved with a group of radical intellectuals and falls in love with a young woman named Zinaida. However, when he discovers that she is already engaged to another man, he decides to leave St. Petersburg and travel to the countryside. There, he meets an eccentric old man who tells him about his dream of creating a utopian society based on Christian principles. The novel explores themes of love, politics, religion, and social justice.
By Fyodor Dostoevsky · First published 1859 · Genre: Satire, Comedy, Drama · 15 chapters