Fyodor Dostoevsky

Fyodor Dostoevsky was born in 1821 and was a Russian novelist, short story writer, essayist, and journalist. Many literary critics regard Dostoevsky as one of the greatest novelists, with many of his works considered masterpieces. His literary works explore the human condition within the turbulent political, social, and spiritual environment of 19th-century Russia and address a variety of philosophical and religious themes. His most well-known novels are "Crime and Punishment" (1866), "Demons" (1872), "The Adolescent" (1875), and "The Brothers Karamazov" (1880). His 1864 novella "Notes from Underground" is considered one of the first works of existentialist literature. He passed away on February 9, 1881.