A review by codifyy
Notes from Underground by Fyodor Dostoevsky

challenging dark reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I found it difficult to understand without extra reading. After analysing it for my essay, I began to understand it more and therefore appreciate it more. I think I would benefit from reading it again after acquiring more knowledge on related areas of thought. The last few pages were where I really gained clarity on the message. It was intricately written and it was interesting to see how the character had developed into a self-loathing man by reading about his experiences. The underlying themes like poverty and politics were prevelant but not so much that the novella felt like non-fiction.
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