The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162721408)

The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia is a non-fiction book written by Fyodor Dostoevsky, a Russian novelist and philosopher. The book is a memoir of Dostoevsky's experiences as a political prisoner in Siberia, where he was sent for his involvement in a revolutionary group. The book is divided into two parts. In the first part, Dostoevsky describes the harsh living conditions in the prison, the brutal treatment of the prisoners, and the psychological effects of imprisonment. He narrates the daily routines of the prisoners, their struggles to survive in the harsh Siberian climate, and their interactions with each other and the prison staff. In the second part of the book, Dostoevsky reflects on his own experiences and the lessons he learned from his time in prison. He explores the themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the human capacity for change. He also discusses the role of religion in his life and the lives of his fellow prisoners.The House of the Dead or Prison Life in Siberia is a powerful and insightful account of life in a Siberian prison. Dostoevsky's vivid descriptions and personal reflections make the book a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of Russia, the psychology of imprisonment, or the human condition.1911. The House of the Dead is a fictionalized memoir of a man serving a ten-year prison sentence for murdering his wife and was written in 1861. Dostoyevsky drew heavily from his own four-year prison internment in a Siberian prison to draw attention to the dehumanizing, deadening effects of the modern prison system and invoke his philosophies of better ways of treating and rehabilitating prisoners. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky
ISBN-10: 1162721405
ISBN-13: 9781162721408
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 382
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.12lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d