The Idiot (Annotated)

This annotated edition of Dostoevsky's The Idiot features a complete novel in Eva Martin's groundbreaking 1915 translation, accompanied by a critical afterword titled "The Impossible Christ," exploring themes of goodness, faith, and moral crisis. The story follows Prince Myshkin, a gentle and honest man returning to St. Petersburg after years in a sanatorium, as he navigates a world of cruelty and desire, ultimately revealing the challenges of radical goodness. This edition also includes insights into Dostoevsky's life, his epilepsy, and the philosophical questions surrounding Christ's sacrifice in a modern context, making it a profound read for those interested in Russian literature and deep moral inquiry.