Crime and Punishment

Brief Overview

«Crime and Punishment» is a novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky that tells the story of a young man named Rodion Raskolnikov, who lives in poverty and is obsessed with the idea that some people have the right to commit crimes for higher purposes. Convinced of his theory, Raskolnikov murders an old pawnbroker and her sister, who becomes an accidental witness. However, after committing the crime, he finds no peace of mind and is torn between guilt and justifications for his actions. The entire novel revolves around moral dilemmas, Raskolnikov's struggle with his conscience, his relationships with family, friends, and Sonia Marmeladova, who ultimately helps him realize his crime. The novel raises questions about good and evil, justice, and the human capacity for redemption.