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Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Leather-Bound Hardback
ISBN: 9788119307777
Publisher: Wilco International LLP
Age Range: Adult / Young Adult (14+)
Overview
This Wilco Deluxe edition of Fyodor Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment is a handsome leather-bound hardback, perfect for collectors and gift-givers alike. One of the towering achievements of world literature, this gripping psychological drama follows a desperate young man's descent into guilt and redemption in 19th-century St Petersburg. Beautifully bound and built to last, it is an essential addition to any serious reader's bookshelf or a thoughtful keepsake gift.
About the Book
Crime and Punishment tells the story of Rodion Raskolnikov, a destitute former student in St Petersburg who becomes consumed by a dangerous theory: that certain "extraordinary" individuals are permitted to transgress moral law for the greater good. To test this idea, and driven by poverty and desperation, Raskolnikov murders a pawnbroker and her sister. What follows is not a conventional crime thriller but an unflinching psychological study of guilt, paranoia, and the human conscience. As Raskolnikov spirals deeper into isolation and torment, he is drawn into a tense game of cat-and-mouse with a perceptive investigator, while his relationship with the compassionate Sonya offers a path toward confession and redemption. Set against the grim backdrop of poverty-stricken Russia, Dostoevsky weaves a masterful exploration of morality, free will, and the limits of human reason. First published in 1866, the novel remains one of the most influential works of philosophical fiction ever written, studied and loved by generations of readers for its searing insight into the darkest and most redemptive corners of the human soul. This particular edition presents the complete, unabridged novel in a luxurious leather-bound hardback format, making it as beautiful to display as it is rewarding to read.
- Complete, unabridged text of Dostoevsky's classic novel
- Luxurious leather-bound hardback - built for lasting durability
- A striking addition to any home library or bookshelf display
- Makes an impressive, thoughtful gift for lovers of classic literature
- Ideal for students and readers studying Russian literature or philosophy
- Timeless story exploring morality, guilt and redemption
About the Author
Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) was a Russian novelist, short story writer, and essayist widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in world literature. Known for his profound psychological insight and exploration of the human condition, his major works include Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, The Idiot, and Notes from Underground. Drawing on his own experiences of hardship, exile, and near-execution, Dostoevsky's fiction grapples with faith, morality, free will, and suffering, cementing his lasting influence on literature, philosophy, and psychology.
Why You'll Love This Edition
A literary masterpiece presented in a stunning leather-bound hardback format - this edition combines timeless storytelling with premium craftsmanship, making it a must-have for collectors, students, and anyone who treasures beautifully bound books.
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