Uncle's dream
Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Dec 2015 · Otbebookpublishing
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The story "Uncle's Dream" was written by Dostoyevsky after a five-year exile in Siberia and covers the tale of a provincial family desperate to better itself through a marriage of their daughter to a senile prince. The old man is hoodwinked and almost forced into a wedding that is expected to last for a short period before he dies and leaves his fortune to the young girl. There are complications however with the young girl Zina already in love with a teacher who is on his death bed. That relationship is frowned on by her ambitious mother and the only other suitor is disliked by Zina. The mother tries to manipulate everyone to her own advantage but it all comes crashing down and with great humour the plans to marry the Prince fall apart. The reader gets a brilliant insight into the desperation for provincial merchants to better their station in life and the gossip and rivalry that is created by their efforts...
About the author
Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) stands as a towering figure in world literature, renowned for his profound psychological insight and exploration of existential themes. Born in Moscow, Dostoyevsky's early life was marked by tragedy and hardship, including the death of his mother and the brutal murder of his father. These experiences profoundly shaped his worldview and literary voice.Dostoyevsky's career was punctuated by dramatic highs and lows. He was arrested in 1849 for his involvement with a group of utopian socialists and sentenced to death, only to be reprieved at the last moment and sent to a Siberian labor camp. This harrowing experience deeply influenced his later works, infusing them with themes of suffering, redemption, and the human condition.His novels, such as "Crime and Punishment," "The Idiot," and "The Brothers Karamazov," delve into the complexities of morality, free will, and the nature of evil. Dostoyevsky's characters often grapple with intense psychological and philosophical dilemmas, reflecting his own struggles with epilepsy, gambling addiction, and profound spiritual crises.Controversial in his time, Dostoyevsky's works were initially met with mixed reactions, criticized for their dark themes and complex narrative structures. However, his influence on contemporary literature is undeniable. Writers like Franz Kafka, Albert Camus, and James Joyce drew inspiration from his deep psychological and existential inquiries.Dostoyevsky's revolutionary ideas about the human psyche and his exploration of the darkest corners of the human soul continue to resonate with modern readers, making him a timeless and essential figure in the literary canon. His life and works remain a testament to the enduring power of literature to explore and illuminate the human experience.
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