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Brothers Karamazov

By Fyodor M. Dostoevsky

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| Library Binding | 9780808510437

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This novel was Dostoyevsky's last and finest work, telling the story of the four Karamazov brothers--each with his own distinct personality and desires. Driven by intense, uncontrollable emotions of rage and revenge, they all become involved in the brutal murder of their despicable father. ExploringContinue

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Stilted Translation

This is a slow-building story but I rather enjoyed the deep discussions on religion that were fostered by the relationships of the brothers. It took me a little longer than usual to finish this book and I felt a little let down by the ending. I could not figure out why the women were even given sp ... (continue)

This is a slow-building story but I rather enjoyed the deep discussions on religion that were fostered by the relationships of the brothers. It took me a little longer than usual to finish this book and I felt a little let down by the ending. I could not figure out why the women were even given speaking parts. And I could not figure out their relationships with the brothers or who loved whom? All in all, I am glad I read this book for what I gained from it. I do feel I lost something in the translation.

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Bibliophile said on Oct 13, 2008 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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Powerful story of four contrasting brothers accused of patricide. Full of psychological insights and deep philosphical issues.

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Andy Neads said on Jan 18, 2008 about the Paperback edition | 1 feedback

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Not fond of this translation, but the Magarshack translation was wonderful.

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guaddess said on May 31, 2007 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

translated by Andrew R. MacAndrew

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db's.books said on Aug 5, 2009 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

translated by Andrew R. MacAndrew[return]

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db's.books said on Aug 5, 2009 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

Where is Ivan Karamazov?

This book certainly made it to the top of my list of favorite books. If you want a thought provoking, philosophical reading material, pick a copy. If there is Ivan in this world, I certainly want to meet him just for the beauty of having an intellectual conversation.
"“Listen: if everyone must ... (continue)

This book certainly made it to the top of my list of favorite books. If you want a thought provoking, philosophical reading material, pick a copy. If there is Ivan in this world, I certainly want to meet him just for the beauty of having an intellectual conversation.
"“Listen: if everyone must suffer, in order to buy eternal harmony with their suffering, pray tell me what have children got to do with it? It's quite incomprehensible why they should have to suffer, and why they should buy harmony with their suffering.”

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Willow0328 said on Apr 13, 2009 about the Hardcover edition | Add your feedback