Notes from Underground
Fyodor Dostoevsky
150 pages
One of the most profound and most unsettling works of modern literature, Notes from Underground (first published in 1864) remains a cultural and literary watershed. In these pages Dostoevsky unflinchingly examines the dark, mysterious depths of the human heart. The Underground Man so chillingly depicted here has become an archetypal figure -- loathsome and prophetic -- in contemporary culture. This vivid new rendering by Boris Jakim is more faithful to Dostoevsky’s original Russian than any previous translation; it maintains the coarse, vivid language underscoring the "visceral experimentalism" that made both the book and its protagonist groundbreaking and iconic.
This novel offers a deep psychological insight into the mind of a disillusioned man, making it a compelling exploration of existential angst and societal critique.
This shorter and weirder work is easily accessible in the public domain, making it a unique read.
A fascinating dive into the mind of a man who feels alienated from society, living literally underground.
This book opens with a striking confession that immediately draws you into the mind of a complex and troubled character, making it a fascinating exploration of human psychology.