Crime and Punishment (Version 3)

Crime and Punishment, published in 1866, is a novel by Fyodor Dostoyevsky that explores the psychological turmoil and ethical conflicts faced by Rodion Raskolnikov, a destitute former student in St. Petersburg. After committing murder to test his theory that certain individuals are entitled to transgress moral boundaries for a greater good, Raskolnikov grapples with guilt and redemption. This work is notable for its deep psychological insight and is considered a cornerstone of modern literature, marking Dostoyevsky's mature writing period following his exile in Siberia.