The novel explores the themes of existentialism and nihilism through the protagonist's struggles with morality and spirituality. It is set in a decaying aristocratic household where the characters are trapped by their own decadence and moral bankruptcy. The story revolves around the protagonist's inner turmoil as he grapples with his own desires and the emptiness of his surroundings.
By Fyodor Sologub · First published 1908 · Genre: Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction