THE REASON FOR LIFE

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The profound influence of Fyodor Dostoevsky and Leo Tolstoy on Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud is explored, highlighting how these literary giants shaped the thoughts of two of the twentieth century's most significant scientists. Einstein regarded Dostoevsky's insights as more impactful than those of many scientists, while Freud placed Dostoevsky's The Brothers Karamazov alongside Shakespeare's works in importance. The book delves into the intertwining of literature and science, revealing how these authors contributed to the intellectual foundations of modern physics and psychology.