I am rereading Notes From Underground and it is fascinating. Can't explain it but as a critique of overthink, or psychoanalysis, although the dates are problematical, unless FD was familiar with Freud precursor, Charcot. Idealism and philosophers were more likely the basis. Again, socialism/communism as encompassing FD"s belief system, is very much present. There is no question there as to the right to material necessities, and the automatic elimination of many nagging doubts and guilts as to "worthiness" in a world we are born into without our knowledge or consent.
Dostoevsky was a communist, and I doubt he had anything good to say about unnecessary suffering. That doesn't mean anyone should anesthetize themselves against physical and emotional pain - live in a bubble. If pain must be born, then it is best to take the best interpretation. But to welcome it seems - a little off. I believe Jesus did not seek pain and death: he could not bear the arrogance and brutality of Rome in Palestine. But he saves no one. His example is one of bravery, integrity and joy, and that is what makes a life worth living. Apologies to religionists: no insult intended.
Whatever you get from Dostoevsky is worth getting. It's helpful to know something of his history, arrest for socialism, and mock execution. That man was strong, and he knew what he was up against. But just as important, he was an artist and wrote beautifully, almost poetically.
Reading Crime and Punishment truly struck me in December last year, definitely need to read it again and continue my analysis of it. I was totally consumed by it, I almost think about it every day now haha. Looking forward to reading more of his work.
I am rereading Notes From Underground and it is fascinating. Can't explain it but as a critique of overthink, or psychoanalysis, although the dates are problematical, unless FD was familiar with Freud precursor, Charcot. Idealism and philosophers were more likely the basis. Again, socialism/communism as encompassing FD"s belief system, is very much present. There is no question there as to the right to material necessities, and the automatic elimination of many nagging doubts and guilts as to "worthiness" in a world we are born into without our knowledge or consent.
Dostoevsky was a communist, and I doubt he had anything good to say about unnecessary suffering. That doesn't mean anyone should anesthetize themselves against physical and emotional pain - live in a bubble. If pain must be born, then it is best to take the best interpretation. But to welcome it seems - a little off. I believe Jesus did not seek pain and death: he could not bear the arrogance and brutality of Rome in Palestine. But he saves no one. His example is one of bravery, integrity and joy, and that is what makes a life worth living. Apologies to religionists: no insult intended.
I'm planning on reading that book soon. Any tips? Since I am new to Dostoevsky, I've only read Crime and Punishment recently
Whatever you get from Dostoevsky is worth getting. It's helpful to know something of his history, arrest for socialism, and mock execution. That man was strong, and he knew what he was up against. But just as important, he was an artist and wrote beautifully, almost poetically.
Thank you! I'll definitely take my time and do more research
Reading Crime and Punishment truly struck me in December last year, definitely need to read it again and continue my analysis of it. I was totally consumed by it, I almost think about it every day now haha. Looking forward to reading more of his work.