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Notes from Underground

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Fyodor Dostoevsky

Fyodor Dostoevsky's "Notes from Underground" is a novella that delves into the mind of an unnamed narrator, a bitter and alienated individual who rails against reason and societal norms.

The work is considered a precursor to existentialist literature, exploring themes of isolation, nihilism, and the human condition.

Dostoevsky's masterful use of first-person narration allows readers to experience the narrator's turbulent thoughts and emotions.

The novella's exploration of free will and the complexities of human psychology continues to resonate with readers today.

Its influence on literature and philosophy is undeniable, shaping the works of later writers and thinkers.

Mentioned by

Christina Pazsitzky

Mentioned in 41 episodes

Mentioned by

Lex Fridman

when refering to works by Dostoevsky.

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Mentioned by

Joe Folley

as one of the most troubling and most detailed examinations of resentment.

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Recommended by

Angelo Sommers

as capturing the psychology of resentment and its impact on one's psyche.

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Mentioned as one of Dostoevsky's most famous of his books because it's so short and easy to read, originally contained a chapter which essentially argued for the necessity of Christianity, as Dostoevsky saw it, but it was censored and taken out.

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

as a precursor to "Crime and Punishment", highlighting similarities between the main characters.

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

as an author whose work reflects a deep engagement with nihilism.

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Referenced by

Stephen West

in the context of comparing its philosophical themes to those in Demons.

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Mentioned by

Stephen West

as an author whose works explore nihilism and the complexities of the human experience.

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Mentioned by

Douglas Murray

in relation to the concept of unhappiness and its relation to societal misery.

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Mentioned by

Derek Thompson

to illustrate the human need for struggle and purpose.

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Mentioned by

Niall Ferguson

in relation to socialist utopias and human nature.

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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as a work exploring nihilism.

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Mentioned by Jordan B. Peterson for his exploration of human nature and the potential for perversity, even in utopian settings.

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Mentioned by

Sean Illing

in relation to his work 'Notes from Underground'.

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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson in relation to a quote about human nature and the pursuit of chaos.

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Mentioned by

Christina Pazsitzky

, referencing the opening of Dostoevsky's novel and its exploration of self-harm.

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Recommended by

Daniel Hagler

as a cautionary tale on someone who doesn't want to be anyone's fool.

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Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as a book containing a powerful critique of the idea of utopia.

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