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Dostoevsky's last novel is considered his masterpiece and tells the story of a family and the appetites and struggles that lead to patricide. With rich character development and understanding of humanity, Dostoevsky comes across as a force of nature.
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CliffsNotes on The Brothers Karamazov sets forth a murder mystery surrounding the death of Fydor Karamzov whose sons are the prime suspects. Woven into this plot, Dostoevsky touches on many of life’s greatest mysteries – such as the existence of God, the purpose of religion, and the search for peace and harmony in society.
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