Fyodor Dostoevsky

An Unpleasant Predicament (eBook, ePUB)

A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire (Large Print Deluxe Edition For Easy Reading)
Übersetzer: Zengerink, Tim

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

What if your greatest attempt at dignity revealed your most ridiculous flaws?

In An Unpleasant Predicament, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a piercing satire of social vanity, self-deception, and the chaos that unfolds when pride meets absurdity. The story follows Ivan Ilyich Pralinsky, a high-ranking official with noble intentions-at least in his own mind.

Convinced of his own magnanimity, he decides to crash the wedding of a poor subordinate as a gesture of goodwill. But his self-congratulatory act quickly spirals into a humiliating spectacle, turning the evening into an unforgettable-and deeply unpleasant-predicament.

This modern translation makes Dostoevsky's wit, psychological complexity, and biting social commentary accessible for contemporary readers. A darkly comic exploration of human pride, class hypocrisy, and personal delusion, An Unpleasant Predicament is a brilliant character study and a timeless warning against vanity cloaked in virtue.

What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:

• A Satirical Masterpiece of Social Commentary - Dostoevsky's comedic critique of the Russian bureaucratic elite.
• A Deeply Human Portrait of Pride and Hypocrisy - Witness the unraveling of a man blinded by self-importance.
• A Modern, Accessible Translation - Brings Dostoevsky's humor and psychological nuance to life for today's readers.
• A Dark Comedy That Feels Strikingly Relevant Today - A tale of awkwardness, hubris, and class still resonant in modern life.

Whether you're new to Dostoevsky or a longtime admirer, An Unpleasant Predicament offers a fresh and illuminating look into one of his most ironically delightful works.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: The Library of Alexandria
• Seitenzahl: 97
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. November 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781806984831
• Artikelnr.: 75987865

Autorenporträt

Russian author and philosopher Fyodor Dostoevsky was born in Moscow on November 11, 1821. He is recognised as one of the finest novels of all time and is renowned for his deep psychological understanding and his exploration of moral and religious issues. Dostoevsky experienced hardship and sorrow in his early years, including the loss of his mother when he was a small child and his own eventual arrest and exile in Siberia due to his involvement in politics. His work, which often deals with themes of pain, redemption, and the human condition, was profoundly influenced by these events. The Brothers Karamazov, Crime and Punishment, and Notes from Underground are just a few of Dostoevsky's best-known works. His works are renowned for their examination of existential and philosophical topics, sophisticated narratives, and colorful, multifaceted characters. The writings of Dostoevsky have had a significant impact on contemporary thought and literature. At the age of 59, Dostoevsky passed away in St. Petersburg, Russia, on February 9, 1881. Even now, people commemorate and research his legacy.