Notes From Underground

A new translation of one of the most popular classics of Russian literature by the author of "Crime and Punishment" and "The Brothers Karamazov" The unnamed narrator of the novel, a former government official, has decided to retire from the world and lead a life of inactivity and contemplation. His fiercely bitter, cynical, and witty monologue ranges from general observations and philosophical musings to memorable scenes from his own life--including his obsessive plans to exact petty revenge on an officer who has shown him disrespect and a dramatic encounter with a prostitute. Seen by many as the first existentialist novel and showcasing the best of Dostoevsky's dry humor, "Notes from Under the Floorboards" was a pivotal moment in the development of modern literature and has inspired countless novelists, thinkers, and filmmakers.