Crime and Punishment: A New Translation

by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Michael R. Katz

A landmark of world literature, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a profound exploration of guilt, morality, justice, and the depths of the human psyche. Set in the harsh realities of nineteenth-century St. Petersburg, the novel follows Rodion Raskolnikov, a former student whose desperate actions lead him into a relentless struggle between conscience, reason, and the possibility of redemption.

Blending psychological intensity with philosophical insight, Dostoevsky examines themes of suffering, alienation, poverty, and spiritual transformation through a cast of unforgettable characters. The novel’s enduring power lies in its ability to confront timeless questions about morality, punishment, and what it means to be human.

Presented in this new translation, Crime and Punishment offers readers renewed access to Dostoevsky’s extraordinary storytelling, preserving the emotional depth and intellectual richness that have made this masterpiece one of the most influential novels ever written.

708 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 19, 2026

About the author

Alternate spelling, see main profile Fyodor Dostoevsky