About the book: "Notes from Underground" is a fictional memoir collection by Fyodor Dostoevsky, featuring an unnamed civil servant known as the Underground Man, living in isolation in St. Petersburg. This "underground" existence symbolizes his detachment from society, depicted as "listening through a crack under the floor." The novel is recognized as an early example of existentialist literature, challenging prevailing ideologies of the era, such as nihilism and utopianism. Dostoevsky highlights the flaws in idealized rationality within utopian visions, failing to account for the irrational human nature. This influential work has left a lasting impact on literature and philosophy, inspiring figures like Franz Kafka and Friedrich Nietzsche. About the Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881), a renowned Russian novelist, is celebrated as one of the world's greatest literary figures. His works delve into the complexities of the human condition in 19th-century Russia, exploring political, social, and spiritual landscapes while grappling with profound philosophical and religious themes. Dostoevsky's masterpieces like "Crime and Punishment," "The Idiot," "Demons," and "The Brothers Karamazov" are widely acclaimed. His 1864 novella "Notes from Underground" is considered an early example of existentialist literature. Born in Moscow, Dostoevsky's life encompassed hardships, from his early exposure to literature to imprisonment in Siberia and struggles with addiction. His impact on literature and philosophy extends globally, influencing writers, philosophers, and the development of existentialism and Freudianism. His prolific body of work, translated into over 170 languages, continues to inspire literature and film. The Title 'Notes From the Underground written/authored/edited by Fydor Dostoyevsky', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789356631816 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 151 (Pages). The publisher of this title is GenNext Publication. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Historical Fiction. Size of the book is 12.43 x 18.78 cms Vol:-
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