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Literary Fiction· Russia

The Brothers Karamazov

by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Aggregate Editorial Score70/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1880821 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1880. Dostoevsky's final and greatest novel follows three brothers—the passionate Dmitri, the intellectual Ivan, and the saintly Alyosha—as they are drawn into their father's murder and a profound debate about God, morality, and free will. Freud called it 'the most magnificent novel ever written.' It is the culmination of Dostoevsky's life's work and a foundational text of Western literature. Themes of faith, free will, morality run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1880.

Book Details

AuthorFyodor Dostoevsky
Published1880
Country of Origin🇷🇺 Russia
LanguageEnglish
Pages821
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780374528379
Editorial Score70/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇷🇺 Russia

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Editorial Assessment

The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky sits within the tradition of literary fiction that treats language as seriously as plot. Published in 1880 in Russia, it engages with faith, free will, morality, family in ways that have earned it lasting critical attention. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: Nobel Prize in Literature 1880. Its aggregate editorial score of 70/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. The appeal of The Brothers Karamazov lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of faith, free will, morality, family is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page. The Brothers Karamazov reflects Fyodor Dostoevsky's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with Russia's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
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About the Author
Fyodor Dostoevsky
Russia
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Fyodor Dostoevsky is a celebrated author from Russia known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Brothers Karamazov about?

Dostoevsky's final and greatest novel follows three brothers—the passionate Dmitri, the intellectual Ivan, and the saintly Alyosha—as they are drawn into their father's murder and a profound debate about God, morality, and free will. Freud called it 'the most magnificent novel ever written.' It is the culmination of Dostoevsky's life's work and a foundational text of Western literature.

Who wrote The Brothers Karamazov?

The Brothers Karamazov was written by Fyodor Dostoevsky, from Russia. First published in 1880.

What awards has The Brothers Karamazov won?

The Brothers Karamazov has received the following awards and honours: Nobel Prize in Literature 1880.

Is The Brothers Karamazov worth reading?

The Brothers Karamazov is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in faith, free will, morality.

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What category is The Brothers Karamazov?

The Brothers Karamazov is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Brothers Karamazov from?

The Brothers Karamazov originates from Russia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Russia on our country page.

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