Hermann Röhl Boeken

Set during a harsh Russian winter, the narrative follows the journey of Vasili Andreevich Brekhunov and his servant, Nikita. Through their interactions, the story delves into profound themes of human nature, morality, and the relentless pursuit of material wealth. Despite its short length, it offers a thought-provoking exploration of the dynamics between master and servant, highlighting the philosophical complexities of their relationship.

The Grand Inquisitor is a parable told by Ivan to Alyosha in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel, The Brothers Karamazov. Ivan and Alyosha are brothers; Ivan is a committed atheist and Alyosha is a novice monk. The Grand Inquisitor is an important part of the novel and one of the best-known passages in modern literature because of its ideas about human nature and freedom, and because of its fundamental ambiguity.