Idiot (Polis & Praxis Classics)

A misunderstood soul. A society unwilling to accept true goodness. A timeless classic reimagined for today's reader.

In The Idiot, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers one of the most profound and psychologically rich novels ever written. Prince Lev Nikolaevich Myshkin-an epileptic, a mystic, and a man of pure heart-returns to Russia after years in a Swiss clinic. Hoping to find connection and peace, he is instead drawn into a web of social intrigue, romantic obsession, and spiritual collapse. His radical compassion and unflinching honesty unsettle everyone around him-raising a provocative question: in a broken world, is goodness itself a form of madness?

This modern reader's edition from Polis & Praxis Press includes powerful additions to guide you through Dostoevsky's masterpiece:

• A thoughtful new introduction: Why We Should Read Dostoevsky's The Idiot Today
• A character reference guide that clarifies Russian names, nicknames, and titles
• A short biography: Who Was Fyodor Dostoevsky?
• A curated Further Reading list for exploring Russian literature, philosophy, and existential fiction
• Crisp, legible formatting in a reader-friendly 5.5 x 8.5 paperback edition

Whether you're a first-time reader or a devoted Dostoevsky fan, this edition offers the depth of a classic with the clarity and context modern readers appreciate.

Perfect for fans of Leo Tolstoy, Albert Camus, and Franz Kafka.

Ideal for book clubs, philosophy lovers, and students of Russian literature.