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Demons: Unabridged 1872 Illustrated Book by Dostoevsky
Demons by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a towering work of classic Russian literature, first published in 1872, that remains one of the most powerful and unsettling novels ever written. Also known as The Devils or The Possessed, this masterpiece combines political drama, psychological depth, and philosophical exploration into a searing portrait of a society on the brink of collapse.
Set in a provincial Russian town, Demons follows a group of revolutionaries whose radical ideals spiral into violence, betrayal, and murder. Dostoevsky exposes the dangers of nihilism and the destructive lure of ideology, portraying how abstract theories can shatter real lives. Through unforgettable characters like Pyotr Verkhovensky and Nikolai Stavrogin, the novel becomes a meditation on freedom, morality, faith, and the abyss of human corruption.
This edition has been carefully formatted for today’s readers and is available in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover. Whether you want the convenience of a Kindle classic, the affordability of a paperback, or the permanence of a hardcover for your library, this version provides a clear, modern presentation of Dostoevsky’s text.
Perfect for readers of classic novels, philosophical fiction, and political literature, Demons belongs alongside Dostoevsky’s other masterpieces such as Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, and Notes from Underground. Its themes of revolution, fanaticism, and moral responsibility continue to resonate in every generation.
A cornerstone of world literature and a profound psychological and political novel, Demons is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of history, philosophy, and the human soul. Whether you are discovering Dostoevsky for the first time or deepening your collection of Russian classics, this edition of Demons is a vital addition.
Set in a provincial Russian town, Demons follows a group of revolutionaries whose radical ideals spiral into violence, betrayal, and murder. Dostoevsky exposes the dangers of nihilism and the destructive lure of ideology, portraying how abstract theories can shatter real lives. Through unforgettable characters like Pyotr Verkhovensky and Nikolai Stavrogin, the novel becomes a meditation on freedom, morality, faith, and the abyss of human corruption.
This edition has been carefully formatted for today’s readers and is available in Kindle, paperback, and hardcover. Whether you want the convenience of a Kindle classic, the affordability of a paperback, or the permanence of a hardcover for your library, this version provides a clear, modern presentation of Dostoevsky’s text.
Perfect for readers of classic novels, philosophical fiction, and political literature, Demons belongs alongside Dostoevsky’s other masterpieces such as Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, and Notes from Underground. Its themes of revolution, fanaticism, and moral responsibility continue to resonate in every generation.
A cornerstone of world literature and a profound psychological and political novel, Demons is essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of history, philosophy, and the human soul. Whether you are discovering Dostoevsky for the first time or deepening your collection of Russian classics, this edition of Demons is a vital addition.
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Published September 6, 2025
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Фёдор Михайлович Достоевский
(Russian)
Works, such as the novels Crime and Punishment (1866), The Idiot (1869), and The Brothers Karamazov (1880), of Russian writer Feodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky or Dostoevski combine religious mysticism with profound psychological insight.
Very influential writings of Mikhail Mikhailovich Bakhtin included Problems of Dostoyevsky's Works (1929),
Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky composed short stories, essays, and journals. His literature explores humans in the troubled political, social, and spiritual atmospheres of 19th-century and engages with a variety of philosophies and themes. People most acclaimed his Demons(1872) .
Many literary critics rate him among the greatest authors of world literature and consider multiple books written by him to be highly influential masterpieces. They consider his Notes from Underground of the first existentialist literature. He is also well regarded as a philosopher and theologian.
(Russian: Фёдор Михайлович Достоевский) (see also Fiodor Dostoïevski)
Works, such as the novels Crime and Punishment (1866), The Idiot (1869), and The Brothers Karamazov (1880), of Russian writer Feodor Mikhailovich Dostoyevsky or Dostoevski combine religious mysticism with profound psychological insight.
Very influential writings of Mikhail Mikhailovich Bakhtin included Problems of Dostoyevsky's Works (1929),
Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky composed short stories, essays, and journals. His literature explores humans in the troubled political, social, and spiritual atmospheres of 19th-century and engages with a variety of philosophies and themes. People most acclaimed his Demons(1872) .
Many literary critics rate him among the greatest authors of world literature and consider multiple books written by him to be highly influential masterpieces. They consider his Notes from Underground of the first existentialist literature. He is also well regarded as a philosopher and theologian.
(Russian: Фёдор Михайлович Достоевский) (see also Fiodor Dostoïevski)
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