Devils
a novel in three parts
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Devils, also known as The Possessed, is a novel that delves into the chaotic and destructive consequences of nihilistic and revolutionary ideologies in 19th-century Russia.
The story revolves around a group of individuals influenced by radical ideas, leading to political conspiracies, moral decay, and violent acts.
Dostoevsky explores themes of atheism, social upheaval, and the search for meaning in a world devoid of traditional values.
The novel critiques the destructive potential of utopian ideals and the psychological impact of ideological extremism on individuals and society.
Through its complex characters and intricate plot, Devils examines the philosophical and moral dilemmas of a society on the brink of collapse, portraying the devastating effects of intellectual and spiritual emptiness.
The story revolves around a group of individuals influenced by radical ideas, leading to political conspiracies, moral decay, and violent acts.
Dostoevsky explores themes of atheism, social upheaval, and the search for meaning in a world devoid of traditional values.
The novel critiques the destructive potential of utopian ideals and the psychological impact of ideological extremism on individuals and society.
Through its complex characters and intricate plot, Devils examines the philosophical and moral dilemmas of a society on the brink of collapse, portraying the devastating effects of intellectual and spiritual emptiness.
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