Carnet D'UN Inconnu (stépantchikovo)
1859
Carnet D'Un Inconnu, published in 1859 by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, is a novel that explores the complexities of family dynamics and social manipulation in 19th-century Russia. The story follows Colonel Yégor Ilitch Rostaniev, who, after retiring to his estate in Stépantchikovo, becomes increasingly dominated by Foma Fomitch, a pretentious charlatan. As the colonel navigates the challenges posed by Foma and the expectations of his family, the narrative delves into themes of imposture and moral conflict within a turbulent social landscape.
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“No, not 'Very well, Your Excellency', but simply 'Your Excellency'! I told you to watch your tone, Colonel! I also trust you will not be offended if I suggest you make a slight bow and at the same time incline your body forward, so as to indicate respect and also, as it were, readiness to dash off on an errand for him. I've been in the company of generals myself, so I know what I'm talking about ... So 'Your Excellency'.””
— Fyodor Dostoyevsky
“Ezilmekten kurtulan aşağılık insan, bu kez başkaldıranı ezmeye başlar.””
— Fyodor Dostoyevsky
