The Brothers Karamazov

Exploring profound ethical debates, this philosophical novel delves into themes of God, free will, and morality through the lens of a spiritual drama. Set against the backdrop of a modernizing Russia, it portrays the moral struggles of its characters grappling with faith, doubt, and reason. Much of the narrative unfolds in Staraya Russa, where Dostoyevsky wrote a significant portion of the work, enhancing its connection to the characters' dilemmas.