Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) was a seminal Russian novelist whose turbulent Life, including years in a Siberian Labor camp, deeply colored his Exploration of human Psychology and Morality. Living through Russia’s intellectual ferment, he engaged with themes of faith, Free will, and existential dread. "The Brothers Karamazov," his final and arguably greatest novel, was published in 1880 against a backdrop of societal upheaval and philosophical inquiry. Initially acclaimed for its profound moral questions and complex characters, the novel sparked fervent debate among critics and intellectuals. Over Time, it has remained a cornerstone of literary and philosophical study, influencing Existentialism, psychology, and Theology, resonating with figures as diverse as Sigmund Freud, Albert Einstein, and Japanese novelist Haruki Murakami.
Guiding Question
Can faith and reason coexist in the quest for meaning?