Dostoyevsky: A Beginner's Guide - Softcover

Miller, Rose

Softcover

ISBN 10: 034080033X ISBN 13: 9780340800331

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton, 2001

Synopsis

Explore the range and versatility of this thought-provoking and compelling writer, focusing on his concern with writing as a means of understanding the human condition. This brief but detailed introduction gives an insight into the relationship between the writer's life and his work, an exploration of recurrent themes in his writing, an analysis of Crime and Punishment, The Idiot and The Brothers Karamazov, and an outline of some helpful critical approaches to his style.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This handy series from Headway offers brief yet lucid introductions to the world¹s cultural icons. Each book examines the life, the work, and the legends surrounding its subject, and key terms and concepts are highlighted and clearly explained. Additionally, each chapter ends with a review section for easy reference and to help consolidate the reader¹s understanding of the text.

About the Author:

Rose Miller is currently lecturng on the English Diploma course at the University of Kent, and has previously lectured in literature at the WEA and at Eastbourne College of Arts and Technology

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 034080033X
• ISBN 13: 9780340800331
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96