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Listen as each chapter unfolds slowly, like footsteps echoing through a winter street. These readings invite you to linger with princes and prisoners, dreamers and sinners, and to ask, as Dostoyevsky always asked: what does it mean to be free, to suffer, to believe? This is not simply a podcast - it is a vigil beside the restless spirit of humanity itself.]]>enFictionPublic domainhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1e93183ab79b23cb78501d3766eea212.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dostoyevsky-library--6878013Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:31:30 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyGood Old Classicsfeeds@spreaker.comEnter a quiet room of conscience and conflict, where every word presses against the soul. The Dostoyevsky Library offers unabridged readings of the great novels, not as mere stories, but as confessions whispered in the dark. Here, restless minds...
Listen as each chapter unfolds slowly, like footsteps echoing through a winter street. These readings invite you to linger with princes and prisoners, dreamers and sinners, and to ask, as Dostoyevsky always asked: what does it mean to be free, to suffer, to believe? This is not simply a podcast - it is a vigil beside the restless spirit of humanity itself.]]>false3bf455bd-d10d-5624-b3a4-3368d73ebecbserialhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-i-chapter-i--70058633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058633Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:24:59 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we are introduced to the peculiar and paradoxical figure of Fyodor Pavlovitch Karamazov, a man of questionable character and strange fortune whose turbulent marriage and family troubles cast long shadows over his household. The narrative...579false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-i-chapter-ii--70058634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058634Sat, 14 Feb 2026 14:24:59 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tale acquaints us with the neglectful and dissipated father Fyodor Pavlovitch, whose eldest son, Dmitri, is entrusted to various guardianships far removed from paternal care, growing up amidst uncertainty and rumours of inheritance. This...536false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-i-chapter-iii--70058635https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058635Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the sorrowful tale of Fyodor Pavlovitch’s second marriage unfolds, revealing the tragic fate of his meek young wife and their neglected children, and the unexpected guardians who strive to secure their future amid such dismal circumstances....1075false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-i-chapter-iv--70058636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058636Sun, 15 Feb 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we observe the gentle and unsullied young soul of Alyosha Karamazov, whose serene trust in humanity and quiet piety draw affection and admiration despite the coarse world about him; and through tender recollections and a fraught reunion with...1455false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-i-chapter-v--70058637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058637Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which our young protagonist Alyosha, a vigorous and sincere novice, finds himself amid the tranquil yet potent influence of the ailing elder Zossima, whose spiritual authority draws the humble and the hopeful alike, weaving a sacred atmosphere...1528false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-i--70058643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058643Mon, 16 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a group of visitors, including the worldly Miüsov and the curious young Kalganov, arrive at a monastery on a warm August day to seek an audience with the revered elder residing in a secluded hermitage, navigating the quaint customs and solemn...779false16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-ii--70058640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058640Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gathering at the elder Father Zossima’s humble cell reveals a clash of dispositions, as the boisterous and irreverent Fyodor Pavlovitch disrupts the solemnity with restless jest and uneasy confessions, while observers and devotees alike...1476false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-iii--70058652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058652Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the humble and weary souls of peasants and townfolk alike gather before the venerable elder in quiet hope and heartfelt sorrow, seeking blessings, solace, and a measure of spiritual healing that touches both body and soul. Among them are...1331false18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-v--70058641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058641Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gathering of diverse minds convenes within the monastic cell to engage in a profound and nuanced debate on the relationship between Church and State, exploring the lofty ideals and practical challenges of ecclesiastical authority and moral...1640false110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-iv--70058644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058644Wed, 18 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentle and heartfelt scene unfolds as a lady, moved by gratitude and spiritual longing, seeks the counsel of a revered elder about her faltering faith and the challenge of true love in action. Amid tender exchanges and shy glances, the...1246false19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-vi--70058639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058639Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tempestuous meeting unfolds among a father, his sons, and others within the solemn precincts of a monastery, revealing discordant passions, moral perplexities, and strained relations under the watchful yet fading gaze of a venerable elder....1625false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-vii--70058646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058646Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the ailing elder Zossima imparts solemn counsel to Alyosha, urging him towards a future marked by faith and endurance amid sorrow, while a tense, portentous atmosphere gathers around the Karamazov household. Meanwhile, a sharp‐tongued and...1446false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ii-chapter-viii--70058642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058642Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a visitor of genteel manners seeks reconciliation with a monastic community, only to be disrupted by the return of a boisterous figure whose irreverent antics and sharp tongue provoke a scene of disorder and biting reproach. The solemnity of...1490false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-i--70058662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058662Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the somnolent quietude of the Karamazov household is unveiled, revealing the uneasy coexistence of its crass master with his faithful if silent retainers, whose lives and loyalties are shadowed by past woes and unspoken fears. Among these...957false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-iii--70058648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058648Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha, driven by a mixture of dutiful resolve and deep unease, embarks upon a secretive journey that leads him to a secluded garden where his brother Dmitri reveals a torrent of passionate confessions and tormenting reflections on beauty,...1335false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-ii--70058654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058654Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a pitiable and simple-minded girl named Lizaveta, whose life is marked by neglect and kindness in equal measure, becomes the centre of town gossip and compassionate care, her tragic circumstances stirring both sympathy and suspicion among the...670false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-iv--70058649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058649Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a confiding spirit recounts youthful follies and moral struggles with a bittersweet candour, painting a vivid picture of passion and pride entangled within the confines of society’s expectations. The tale unfolds through intimate...1316false117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-v--70058659https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058659Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the restless Dmitri lays bare the torment of his tangled engagements and desperate struggles with honour and passion, sending his brother Alyosha on a delicate errand to seek aid from their reluctant father. The shadow of impending tragedy...1363false118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-vi--70058645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058645Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:12 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the curious domestic scene at Fyodor Pavlovitch’s residence unfolds, revealing the peculiar habits of the family and servants, and the enigmatic figure of Smerdyakov, whose morose temperament and mysterious contemplations set him apart. The...904false119fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-vii--70058647https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058647Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a lively discourse unfolds at the dinner table on the nature of faith and sin, prompted by a tale of a martyr’s steadfastness in the face of persecution, and a controversial argument is posed about the moral weight of renouncing belief under...892false120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-viii--70058651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058651Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the household is drawn into a restless evening of blunt discourse and heavy drink, revealing the subtle discord and simmering tensions between the brothers, while the old father’s cynical reflections mingle with unexpected bursts of emotion...1206false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-ix--70058660https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058660Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:30:13 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a violent confrontation unfolds amid shattered glass and bruised tempers, revealing old wounds and uneasy suspicions within the Karamazov household as sons strive to contain a tempestuous father’s fury. Tender moments of concern and guarded...879false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-x--70058650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058650Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha, weighed down by the dizzying complexities of family strife and passion, seeks out Katerina Ivanovna in her elegantly appointed home, where the arrival of the enigmatic Grushenka stirs a tempest of emotions and revelations. Amidst...1924false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iii-chapter-xi--70058675https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058675Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the hesitant light of night and desperate confessions reveal the tangled emotions and fragile spirits of two brothers caught in the throes of love, despair, and honour, while the shadow of a revered elder's waning strength casts an uneasy...1318false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-i--70058665https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058665Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the frail but radiant Elder Zossima imparts a final, heartfelt exhortation on love, humility, and universal responsibility to the assembled monks, while a remarkable prophecy stirs hope and scepticism within the monastery walls. Meanwhile,...1704false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-ii--70058671https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058671Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a weary and embittered father, nursing fresh bruises and beset by suspicions, confronts his gentle son with a rough mixture of acrimony and confession, revealing his stubborn desires and spiteful resentments. Their brief and uneasy exchange...774false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-iv--70058667https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058667Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha visits Madame Hohlakov’s bustling household, where poignant conversations and peculiar tensions enliven the scene amidst concerns for health and heartfelt affections. The delicate interplay of emotions and whispered revelations...906false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-iii--70058673https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058673Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:30:09 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha, caught between the hardened spirits of his father and brother, encounters a brutal quarrel among schoolboys that unexpectedly draws him into their world of stone-throwing and raw conflict. Through patient observation and tender...748false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-vi--70058672https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058672Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentle and troubled soul ventures into a humble, cluttered abode to seek reconciliation and understanding amidst a family marked by hardship and spirited discord, encountering a cast of vividly wrought characters each bearing their own...1292false130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-v--70058695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058695Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young and tender Alyosha becomes entangled in the bewildering complexities of love and loyalty among those close to him, witnessing a poignant scene fraught with pride, suffering, and shifting affections, as Katerina Ivanovna lays bare...1803false129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-i--70058679https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058679Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha contemplates the delicate matters of the heart and the human soul in the tender company of Lise, whose repentant affection and spirited confessions illuminate their shared hopes and uncertainties. Amidst the looming shadow of illness...1715false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-iv-chapter-vii--70058690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058690Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a troubled father confides in a compassionate young man about the heavy burdens and bitter injustices borne by his family, revealing the fierce pride and tender love intertwined in his son's heart. Amidst their somber conversation, a generous...1598false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-ii--70058653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058653Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the restless Alyosha, driven by an urgent desire to find his elusive brother Dmitri, resorts to secretive measures and eavesdrops upon a curious conversation between a sharp-tongued lackey and a coquettish visitor, revealing tensions and...997false133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-iii--70058668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058668Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two brothers meet in a modest tavern, hesitating yet drawn to discuss life’s deepest mysteries and the restless youth within them, marking a rare moment of openness between them. Their conversation wanders through love and doubt, faith and...1538false134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-v--70058655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058655Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a profound and haunting parable unfolds in the shadowed streets of Seville, where a mysterious visitor, recognised as a silent Christ, confronts the stern Grand Inquisitor whose chilling discourse reveals the burdens and betrayals of human...3556false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-iv--70058657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058657Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan unfolds his troubled reflections on the inscrutable nature of human suffering and the seeming injustice endured by innocent children, questioning the very harmony and forgiveness that faith promises to reconcile. Through piercing tales...2020false135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-vi--70058656https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058656Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan Fyodorovitch returns to his father’s house burdened by a gloomy and indefinable unease, only to find that the presence and behaviour of his valet, Smerdyakov, weigh heavily upon his mind and mood. Their tense and veiled conversation...1792false137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-v-chapter-vii--70058658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058658Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan wrestles with a tumult of restless and contradictory emotions as he prepares an unexpected departure from his family home, compelled by duties and strange impulses alike. Meanwhile, Fyodor Pavlovitch’s restless anticipation of a visitor...1367false138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vi-chapter-ii--70058688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058688Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a brooding young officer recounts the recklessness of his youth and a fateful duel that leads him to profound repentance and the renunciation of his former life. A mysterious and tormented visitor then unveils a hidden crime and wrestles with...3559false140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vi-chapter-i--70058711https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058711Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the ailing elder Father Zossima summons Alyosha and close friends to share a final, serene evening filled with tender reflections on life, love, and spiritual kinship; and through the elder's recollections, the narrative gently unfolds the...2541false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vii-chapter-i--70058664https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058664Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the monks and townsfolk gather with restless anticipation around the body of the revered elder Father Zossima, grappling with conflicting hopes and doubts as an unexpected sign of natural decay stirs controversy and unease among them. Through...2179false142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vi-chapter-iii--70058686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058686Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentle meditation unfolds on the monk’s humble solitude as a vessel of true freedom and spiritual salvation amid a world ensnared by restless desires and loss of faith, while reflections on love, prayer, and human dignity reveal a heartfelt...2545false141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vii-chapter-ii--70058661https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058661Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tender and faithful soul of Alyosha is deeply wounded by the premature decay of his revered elder, sparking a profound inner turmoil marked by a crisis of faith and a restless questioning of divine justice. Amidst this spiritual struggle,...1029false143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vii-chapter-iii--70058704https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058704Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we are introduced to Grushenka, a complex and spirited woman of contrasting vulnerability and strength, who wrestles with painful memories and uncertain hopes within the modest confines of her lodgings. Amidst a night charged with restless...3020false144fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-i--70058669https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058669Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri, fevered and desperate, traverses the tangled, shadowed streets of his conflicted heart and the town alike, striving to resolve his fraught affairs with both passion and principle, before making a fateful plea to the hardened merchant...2001false146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-vii-chapter-iv--70058680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058680Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tender and dusky evening finds Alyosha communing silently with the resting form of Father Zossima, where prayer drifts into a vivid vision of joyous celebration and divine grace, illuminating the stillness with a profound sense of hope and...893false145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-ii--70058663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058663Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, pressed by urgent business yet hindered by poverty and misfortune, embarks on a frantic journey through the countryside to secure a crucial pact, confronting the folly and stubbornness of others along the way. His resolve battles...1201false147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-iii--70058697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058697Mon, 09 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tempestuous young man wrestles with the cruel pangs of jealousy and desperation, seeking both financial aid and solace from those around him, yet encountering indifference and frustration. We see the restless turmoil of his heart and the...2006false148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-v--70058687https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058687Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Karamazov, his hands stained with human blood and his mind distraught yet resolute, confronts the painful revelation of a rival’s presence in the affections of a woman he cherishes and hastens to send provisions to her with a wild,...2411false150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-iv--70058720https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058720Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, driven by mingled suspicion and fury, furtively infiltrates a dimly lit garden to observe the man he both loathes and fears, his heart torn by uncertainty and a sudden, violent impulse. The quiet night shatters with a brutal...964false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-vii--70058692https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058692Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Karamazov arrives at a convivial gathering filled with both old acquaintances and new faces, his mood shifting rapidly from distressed to childlike gaiety as he engages in lively toasts and gambling, all under the watchful eye of the...2700false152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-vi--70058694https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058694Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Fyodorovitch, propelled by a tumultuous heart and restless soul, hastens through the night to the village of Mokroe, driven by a fervent desire to see the woman who captivates his very being. Upon arrival, amidst the quiet glow of the...1273false151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-i--70058684https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058684Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young official named Pyotr Ilyitch embarks on a late-night quest filled with unease and pressing urgency, seeking to uncover troubling truths about Dmitri Fyodorovitch and the mysterious blood upon his hands. His determined visit to the...1114false154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-viii-chapter-viii--70058698https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058698Thu, 12 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the revelry of a drunken feast unfolds with passionate confessions and wild dances, amidst the chaotic gaiety of villagers and guests alike, revealing deep emotions and fragile hopes beneath the raucous surface. Yet, just as joy seems to...2194false153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-iii--70058666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058666Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a troubled and impassioned man faces a somber inquiry into grievous accusations, his heart torn between anguish and a desperate plea for understanding; amidst the heavy air of suspicion, the interplay of confession, denial, and tender...1463false156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-ii--70058670https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058670Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a convivial police captain’s evening gathering is abruptly interrupted by the dreadful news of a violent crime within the town, drawing together a cast of local officials and acquaintances in a sober assembly charged with urgent inquiry. As...1129false155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-iv--70058676https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058676Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Fyodorovitch submits himself to the probing yet courteous questioning of the legal authorities, revealing with a blend of candour and defiance the tangled anxieties and debts that beset him, and the uneasy interplay of dignity and...1195false157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-v--70058712https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058712Sat, 14 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Karamazov relates his anguished account of that fateful night to the officials, insisting upon his innocence with a mixture of defiance and despair, while revealing secret signals known only to himself, his father, and the valet, which...1752false158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-vii--70058678https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058678Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Fyodorovitch bares his tormented soul with a candid confession of a secret he has borne for a month—his concealment and eventual squandering of entrusted money—as he grapples with shame and the painful distinctions between scoundrel...1849false160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-vi--70058719https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058719Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Karamazov endures a humiliating and thorough search of his person and clothing, provoking a tumult of anger, shame, and defiance, as the officers scrutinise evidence connected to a grave matter. The ensuing confrontation with the...1312false159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-ix--70058674https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058674Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Dmitri Karamazov, confronted with the grim formalities of his committal, accepts his fate with a mixture of defiance and resignation, expressing heartfelt farewells amid the cold judgment of those around him. As he is escorted away under...647false162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-ix-chapter-viii--70058716https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058716Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the weary examination of witnesses unfolds with meticulous care and reveals a litany of contradictory testimonies that weigh heavily upon Dmitri Fyodorovitch, while the shadow of a considerable sum of money and tangled personal affairs comes...1643false161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-i--70058677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058677Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a spirited and resolute boy named Kolya, cherished yet anxiously protected by his devoted mother, navigates the challenging world of school and youthful bravado, including a perilous dare on the railway that cements his reputation among his...913false163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-ii--70058729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058729Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young Kolya Krassotkin finds himself solitary guardian of two orphaned children, entrusted with their care amidst the cold and swirling winter winds of a snowy November day. With a mixture of youthful solemnity and imaginative...928false164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-iii--70058693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058693Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a spirited schoolboy named Kolya Krassotkin embarks on a frosty Sunday expedition through the bustling market and past various townsfolk, revealing his sharp wit and tender concern for the ailing Ilusha. Alongside his companion Smurov, Kolya...1216false165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-iv--70058709https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058709Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young lad of keen mind and complicated pride eagerly seeks an acquaintance with a certain gentle soul, drawn by tales of kindness and a shared concern for ailing youth caught in cruel circumstances. Their meeting reveals tender bonds of...1251false166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-v--70058682https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058682Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a small, sombre chamber becomes the reluctant stage for the tender and poignant reunion of a sick child with an old canine companion, while a young gentleman’s arrival stirs sympathy and spirited discourse among the assembled. Gentle yet...2627false167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-vi--70058707https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058707Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two young souls, one burdened with the impending loss of a friend and the other grappling with earnest convictions and restless doubts, engage in a heartfelt discourse on God, love, and the restless spirit of youth. Their earnest exchange,...1133false168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-i--70058724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058724Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha visits the troubled Grushenka, observing her fragile but determined spirit amidst the agonies of Mitya’s impending trial and the tangled emotions that bind them all. The conversation reveals a web of jealousy, secret confidences, and...1581false170fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-x-chapter-vii--70058728https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058728Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a solemn doctor delivers grave news and prescribes distant remedies, while a determined boy named Kolya stands defiantly against the man's austerity, revealing the tender and tumultuous bonds between the family in their shadowed hour. Amidst...646false169fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-iii--70058696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058696Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a visit to Lise reveals her restless and troubled spirit, oscillating between sharp candour and feverish melancholy as she confesses a dark yearning for disorder and destruction. Amidst candid reflections on sin, suffering, and human nature,...1028false172fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-ii--70058714https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058714Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha visits the anxious Madame Hohlakov, who confides in him the tangled woes of her daughter Lise and her bitter conflicts with young men, all against the backdrop of a sensational and troubling trial that has engulfed their town. The...1669false171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-v--70058702https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058702Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a chance meeting at a dimly lit staircase leads to a tense reunion and grave conversations between brothers, as the shadow of impending trial and hidden truths darken their hearts and minds. Amidst whispered fears and silent accusations, the...966false174fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-iv--70058713https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058713Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the sombre twilight draws Alyosha to the prison where he finds Dmitri wrestling with bitter doubts about faith, goodness, and the tangled web of human conscience that haunts him as his trial looms near. Amidst their earnest discourse, the...2317false173fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-vii--70058722https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058722Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan visits Smerdyakov’s humble lodging and engages in a tense and accusatory conversation that reveals mistrust and dark suspicions surrounding their father's death, stirring deep inner turmoil within him. Beset by troubling reflections and...1641false176fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-vi--70058723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058723Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan returns to the somber household, grappling with suspicions and strained relations as he visits Smerdyakov in a hospital ward, uncovering a curious intertwining of truths and half-truths amidst illness and accusation. Meanwhile, amidst...1704false175fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-ix--70058685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058685Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a troubled young man, on the verge of a grievous mental crisis, is haunted by the persistent visitations of a peculiar and sardonic gentleman—an embodiment of his own darker thoughts—who debates faith, doubt, and the nature of existence with...3338false178fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-viii--70058700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058700Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan, beset by a harsh snowstorm and his own troubled thoughts, visits the ailing Smerdyakov, whose strange demeanour and haunting revelations weave a tense and uneasy discourse between them. The conversation unfolds with bitter confessions...2568false177fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-i--70058725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058725Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the court assembles with a charged air, as the trial of Dmitri Karamazov commences amidst a crowd aflame with curiosity, divided in loyalties, and stirred by the presence of famed counsel and a stern panel of jurymen drawn from humble lives....1174false180fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xi-chapter-x--70058727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058727Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the quiet dusk of a tragic revelation descends upon the Karamazov household, as Ishmael’s earnest brother Alyosha confronts Ivan’s torment and delirium, unfolding an intense dialogue where spectral whispers and painful self-examinations...941false179fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-ii--70058681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058681Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the courtroom theatre unfolds with the meticulous examination of witnesses, revealing a tapestry of human frailty and complex social tensions, while an accomplished defence lawyer astounds the assembly with a seemingly playful yet masterful...1583false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-iii--70058703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058703Thu, 26 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the solemn theatre of expert testimony unfolds, revealing a curious clash of medical opinions regarding the prisoner's state of mind, ranging from steadfast certitude of madness to a calm declaration of sanity, each doctor imparting his...958false182fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-v--70058691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058691Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Ivan Karamazov, summoned as a witness, delivers a strangely unsettling and fragmented testimony that plunges the court into tumult and despair, revealing the torment of a mind deteriorating under unbearable strain. Meanwhile, Katerina...1678false184fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-iv--70058683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058683Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the courtroom becomes a stage for heartfelt testimonies and subtle revelations, as Alyosha’s sincere but unsubstantiated defence of his brother mingles with the poignant declarations of Katerina Ivanovna and Grushenka, each revealing their...1617false183fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-vii--70058708https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058708Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prosecutor unfolds the tangled web of a young man's tormenting passion and jealousy, casting light upon the strange rivalry for a captivating woman whose own amusement belies the misery she engenders. Through a careful examination of...838false186fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-vi--70058717https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058717Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a frail and passionate advocate delivers a fervent and lamenting speech on the moral decay and contradictions within Russian society, using the turbulent Karamazov family as a mirror of a nation wrestling with faith, cynicism, and dissolute...1728false185fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-ix--70058701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058701Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prosecutor unveils the desperate and tormented soul of the accused, laying bare the tangled web of passion, guilt, and conscience that binds him to his fate, while painting a graphic picture of the tragic events and their cruel aftermath....1923false188fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-viii--70058718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058718Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the perplexing circumstances surrounding the suspicion of Smerdyakov's guilt are carefully examined through the lens of reason, character, and motive, casting doubt on the accusations made by those intimately entwined with the case. The...1670false187fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-x--70058689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058689Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a confident advocate, with a voice both sincere and compelling, unfolds his defence in a provincial courtroom, challenging the prevailing perceptions with keen observation and a touch of humour. He scrutinises the psychological arguments...717false189fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-xi--70058706https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058706Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a passionate and eloquent defence is laid bare, doubting the very existence of the purported stolen sum and scrutinising the shadows of evidence with delicate suspicion, all whilst unveiling the complex nature of the accused’s character and...1143false190fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-xiii--70058726https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058726Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a passionate advocate, standing before the court, contemplates the complex nature of filial duty and paternal failure, urging the jury to judge not only by law but by the deeper truths of love, mercy, and justice. With fervent eloquence, he...1419false192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-xii--70058721https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058721Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a barrister addresses the jury with measured eloquence, calling into question the certainty of the prosecution’s case and urging them to weigh each piece of evidence with care and impartiality. He paints a nuanced portrait of the accused and...1463false191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-epilogue-chapter-i--70058699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058699Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Alyosha visits Katerina Ivanovna amid the somber atmosphere of illness and looming despair, navigating a delicate conversation weighed down by past resentments and veiled sacrifices. Their encounter unfolds as a fragile negotiation of duty...887false194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-book-xii-chapter-xiv--70058715https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058715Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a fervent orator moves the courtroom to tears and cheers before a lone dissenting voice challenges the romanticised defence with sober reflections on justice and faith, stirring unease amongst the spectators. The accused then speaks softly of...1099false193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-epilogue-chapter-ii--70058705https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058705Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a restless soul confined to a hospital bed wrestles with the burden of impending fate and the complex tides of love and forgiveness that sweep through the hearts of those who visit him. The fragile, tangled bonds between those assembled...1290false195fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brothers-karamazov-epilogue-chapter-iii--70058710https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70058710Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tender yet sorrowful ceremony of a boy’s funeral unfolds amidst the heartfelt grief and conflicting emotions of family and friends, who gather to honour his memory with solemn rites and fragile hope. Here, in the quiet of an old church...1659false196fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-1--70839139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839139Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator returns to Roulettenberg to find his patrons ensconced in grand fashion, their fortunes and relationships entangled with a mysterious air and mingled hopes of impending inheritance. Amidst lively, sometimes tense social...1061false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-2--70839140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839140Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator confronts his aversion and curiosity in the gaming rooms, observing with a discerning eye the contrasts between the vulgar and the aristocratic approaches to roulette, all while wrestling with his own conflicted feelings about...727false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-4--70839144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839144Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator finds himself reluctantly embroiled in the unpredictable world of roulette, observing its curious rhythms and reflecting on the folly of gambling as he grapples with his own rapid losses and the inscrutable motivations of those...885false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-3--70839150https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839150Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator navigates the cold airs of unspoken designs and concealed disdain surrounding a circle of troubled and secretive figures, while observing the complex interplay of affections, debts, and social pretensions. We are drawn into the...752false23fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-5--70839142https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839142Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator and Polina engage in a sharp and intimate dialogue amid the tensions of debts, passions, and unspoken resentments, revealing the tangled emotions that bind them with biting candour and restless yearning. Their conversation,...1193false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-6--70839146https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839146Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator reflects upon the tumult he has caused, spurred by his obsessive admiration for Polina, and recounts with wry detail a brazen encounter with the Baron and Baroness that unsettles the social order around him. Amid mounting...1210false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-8--70839141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839141Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator encounters Mr. Astley and confides in him about his complex feelings for Mlle. Polina and the tangled intrigues surrounding her and others at the casino town, revealing a web of secrets, loyalties, and social entanglements....1255false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-7--70839149https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839149Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator, caught between pride and circumstance, receives an unexpected visit from the inscrutable Frenchman De Griers, who urges him to abandon a troubling course of action, revealing simmering tensions among those in the General’s...1079false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-9--70839147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839147Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the venerable Grandmother, summoned from whispers of demise, arrives in grand procession at the hotel, her imperious presence causing a stir among the household and its assembled company. With sharp tongue and keen eye, she inspects her kin...1244false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-10--70839154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839154Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which an imperious and spirited elderly Grandmother takes centre stage at a European spa, commanding attention and respect as she resolutely explores her luxurious new quarters and then ventures boldly into the vibrant, tense atmosphere of the...1830false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-12--70839143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839143Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the Grandmother’s restless spirit and mounting impatience at the roulette table unravel her composure, leading to a dizzying sequence of losses that shake the nature of those about her, who hover with anxious concern and vain counsel. Amidst...1736false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-11--70839148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839148Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which an old lady’s startling success at the roulette-table captivates the attention and fears of a small circle of intrigued and vested observers, each harbouring their own anxious designs; and where amidst the unlikely gaiety of victory, the...1276false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-13--70839151https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839151Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the somber tides of fortune and folly surge about a weary assembly of souls, as the Grandmother’s descent into ruinous gambling unfolds amidst whispered intrigues and fractured loyalties within the small German town. Our narrator, ensnared by...1764false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-14--70839153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839153Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the reader is drawn into a night tinged with desperation and feverish enchantment, as a letter weighs heavy on the heart and roulette’s wheel spins fateful chances in the glittering halls of a casino, painting a tableau of hope and peril...1270false214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-16--70839145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839145Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator recounts his turbulent sojourn in Paris, marked by the rapid dissipation of his funds under the stewardship of the cunning and extravagant Mlle. Blanche, whose ambitions and machinations intertwine with the arrival of the...1433false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-15--70839152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839152Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator finds himself in the throes of a feverish night marked by a vast gambling fortune, complicated affections, and the fragile, tempestuous presence of Polina, whose emotions ripple between disdain and vulnerability. As dawn reveals...1430false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gambler-chapter-17--70839155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70839155Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator reflects on the depths to which his gambling has sunk him, recounting various episodes of desperate fortune and misfortune, and meets an old friend whose candid words both wound and provoke him to a faint hope of renewal. Amidst...1561false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-1--70858285https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858285Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, burdened by poverty and nervous self-absorption, ventures out on a sweltering summer evening through the squalid streets of Petersburg to visit a pawnbroker, where the sordid details of his desperate circumstances are laid bare...1284false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-preface--70858287https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858287Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a troubled young man roams the grimy streets of St Petersburg, grappling with profound moral dilemmas and the heavy weight of his own conscience. His encounters with a variety of characters—each bearing their own burdens and secrets—paint a...338false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-3--70858278https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858278Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the weary and disordered Raskolnikov receives a long and tender letter from his mother, filled with news of family troubles, hopes, and an impending journey, stirring in him a tumult of emotions that both soften and unsettle. Driven by a...1988false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-2--70858313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858313Mon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the weary and isolated Raskolnikov encounters the drunken clerk Marmeladov in a squalid tavern, who unfolds a tragic tale of poverty, despair, and battered dignity within his wretched family. Their conversation leads Raskolnikov to witness...2818false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-4--70858308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858308Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man wrestles with profound bitterness and despair upon learning of a family arrangement, his thoughts turning dark with questions of sacrifice and moral restraint. Amidst this turmoil, he encounters a pitiable young woman in distress,...1936false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-5--70858280https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858280Tue, 14 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man wrought with uneasy thoughts wanders through the city and endures a feverish dream of cruelty that mirrors his own inner torment, leading him to a sudden and strange resolve. Amid the tumults of the market and the shifting shadows...1552false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-6--70858277https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858277Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young and troubled Raskolnikov becomes intimately acquainted with the pawnbroker Alyona Ivanovna and her sister Lizaveta, a meek and enduring woman, through overheard conversations that ignite his own dark and restless meditations....1869false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-1-chapter-7--70858279https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858279Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man ventures into the dimly lit room of an old pawnbroker, his heart trembling with fevered unrest, and the quiet night is shattered by acts both desperate and irrevocable. In the aftermath, the heavy weight of his deeds presses upon...1782false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-1--70858288https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858288Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a fevered and restless student awakens to the harsh light of day and the insistent summons of the police, only to find himself entangled in a bewildering encounter at the district office concerning debts and accusations, amidst a chaotic...2591false39fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-2--70858305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858305Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, burdened and feverish, attempts to conceal certain incriminating items beneath a heavy stone before seeking out an old acquaintance, only to be met with confusion and his own swirling thoughts that mingle repulsion and despair....1598false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-4--70858289https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858289Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the discourse among a physician, a devoted friend, and a cautious observer unfolds, revealing the intricate perplexities of a recent and grisly crime that vexes the city; their conversation oscillates between clinical observation and...1524false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-3--70858292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858292Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tormented Raskolnikov gradually emerges from a delirious fever into a fragile consciousness, surrounded by familiar and new faces who tend to his needs and dispatch money from his mother, while he wrestles with vague memories and a...1999false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-5--70858275https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858275Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a somewhat officious and self-important visitor arrives at the humble lodgings of an ailing young man, creating a charged atmosphere through clashing ideas and uneasy interactions with those present. The conversation meanders from social...1664false313fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-6--70858307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858307Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov, newly clothed and possessing a strange calm, wanders through the city streets weighed down by a tumult of restless thoughts and eerie encounters; a chance meeting with Zametov leads to a tense dialogue broaching dark suspicions,...2989false314fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-2-chapter-7--70858306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858306Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a grievous accident draws Raskolnikov into the intimate and tragic world of a suffering family, unveiling the harshness and tender despair that dwell within their abode. Amidst the shadows of death and the struggle for grace, unexpected bonds...2681false315fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-1--70858314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858314Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a troubled young man receives the tender visitation of his devoted mother and sister, whose concern and love stir a curious mixture of irritation and gratitude within him, while a boisterous but earnest friend pledges vigilant care amidst the...2167false316fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-2--70858290https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858290Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the ever-observant Razumihin awakens burdened with remorse and confusion, reflecting upon the perplexities of his recent conduct and the delicate circumstances surrounding his friend Raskolnikov and his family. With a tender blend of...1730false317fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-3--70858274https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858274Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov’s frail recovery unfolds amid tender yet uneasy family moments, revealing the subtle complexities of affection and unspoken fears that cling to their gathering. The weary dialogue drifts through confessions and strained...2078false318fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-4--70858276https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858276Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the modest and timid Sofya Semyonovna Marmeladov unexpectedly enters Raskolnikov’s humble abode, bringing with her the sombre gravity of recent family tragedies and unspoken sorrows, while Raskolnikov’s household grapples with uneasy...1711false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-5--70858283https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858283Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man named Raskolnikov visits a shrewd and ironic legal investigator, Porfiry Petrovitch, to discuss some delicate matters, and their conversation deftly unfolds into a probing debate on crime, morality, and the extraordinary in human...2834false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-3-chapter-6--70858282https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858282Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov wrestles with a dark stratagem of suspicion cast by the law, while his restless mind conjures haunting visions and spirals into fevered reflections on conscience and cruelty. Amidst this torment, an enigmatic visitor emerges at...1663false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-1--70858284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858284Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which an unexpected visitor, Svidrigaïlov, intrudes upon Raskolnikov’s solitary reverie, weaving a curious tale of past misdeeds, spectral visitations, and a generous—if unbidden—offering concerning Raskolnikov’s sister; the interplay between them...1872false322fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-2--70858281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858281Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the uneasy arrival of a grim and notorious figure casts a shadow over the household, stirring fears and whispered suspicions about his intentions, while a tense gathering reveals deep fissures in familial and social relations. Amidst pointed...1822false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-3--70858286https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858286Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the fragile bonds between family and fortune tremble under the weight of bitter disillusionment and the looming shadow of an enigmatic stranger, while hopeful plans to shield and rebuild their lives are tenderly unfurled. Yet amid these...1228false324fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-4--70858298https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858298Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov visits Sonia in her humble lodgings and is struck by the poignant mixture of her suffering, faith, and unyielding compassion amidst despair; their conversation unfolds like a fragile tableau of broken lives contending with...2475false325fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-5--70858297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858297Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov, summoned by the wily Porfiry Petrovitch to the investigation department, encounters a shifting dance of geniality, nervousness, and veiled menace as they engage in a cerebral duel of words and nerves. The examining lawyer’s odd...2677false326fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-4-chapter-6--70858299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858299Fri, 01 May 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a sudden confession disrupts the careful maneuvers within Porfiry Petrovitch’s office, sending Raskolnikov into a whirl of bewildered calculations about the precariousness of his situation and the subtle games of the mind that surround him....1136false327fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-5-chapter-1--70858296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858296Sat, 02 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Pyotr Petrovitch, burdened by recent romantic disappointments and the vexations of daily life in Petersburg, contemplates the curious social dynamics around him and our young lodgers’ diverse convictions, especially those of the idealistic...2393false328fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-5-chapter-2--70858301https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858301Sun, 03 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we observe the sorrowful aftermath of a funeral marked by a disordered memorial dinner, where poor Katerina Ivanovna’s pride and turbulent spirit contend with humiliating company, failing invitations, and simmering tensions among the...1855false329fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-5-chapter-3--70858304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858304Mon, 04 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a solemn assembly descends into tumult over a grave accusation against an innocent soul, revealing the bitter entanglements of suspicion, cruelty, and misguided charity amidst the frail and destitute. The sharp eyes of reason and unexpected...2172false330fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-5-chapter-4--70858295https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858295Tue, 05 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov, burdened by an unbearable secret, seeks solace and understanding from Sonia amidst the turmoil of their shared misfortunes and his tempestuous confessions. Their uneasy intimacy reveals the depths of his tortured soul as he...2631false331fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-5-chapter-5--70858303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858303Wed, 06 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the pitiable madness of Katerina Ivanovna unfolds amidst the streets of Petersburg, stirring a scene both tragic and plaintive as she toils to preserve the dignity of her children amidst ruin; and in her decline, Raskolnikov is drawn into a...2025false332fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-1--70858293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858293Thu, 07 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we find Raskolnikov enveloped in a fog of weary solitude and uneasy thoughts, particularly fixated on the inscrutable Svidrigaïlov and the weighty matters that trouble his conscience. Amidst visits from concerned friends and a shadow of...1502false333fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-2--70858309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858309Fri, 08 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a subtle and probing conversation unfolds between Rodion Romanovitch and Porfiry Petrovitch, where suspicion, psychology, and the nature of guilt intertwine with a delicate game of candour and insinuation. Porfiry, with a mixture of sympathy...2151false334fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-3--70858294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858294Sat, 09 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Rodion Raskolnikov, burdened with anxiety and moral fatigue, seeks out the enigmatic and unsettling Svidrigaïlov in a tavern teeming with discordant music and shadowy company, their encounter fraught with wary observation and veiled...1438false335fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-4--70858291https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858291Sun, 10 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the enigmatic Svidrigaïlov recounts his tumultuous past and complex relations, revealing a character of unsettling candour and shadowed intentions whilst engaging in a wary dialogue with Raskolnikov. Their conversation drifts from confessions...1688false336fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-5--70858310https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858310Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tense and uneasy encounter unfolds between Raskolnikov’s sister, Dounia, and the enigmatic Svidrigaïlov, who reveals unsettling knowledge and offers dubious aid, all amidst a charged atmosphere of suspicion and veiled menace. The scene...2138false337fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-6--70858312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858312Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the dissipated and enigmatic Svidrigaïlov traverses the shadowy streets and sordid haunts of Petersburg on a stormy night, dispensing money and reflections with an air of unsettling detachment, only to end up in a grim and claustrophobic...2051false338fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-7--70858311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858311Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Raskolnikov visits his mother’s humble lodgings, where tender yet troubled emotions unfold between them, revealing the weight of unspoken concerns and burdens he carries within. The evening shadows deepen as he confesses his anguish to his...1402false339fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-part-6-chapter-8--70858302https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858302Thu, 14 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the troubled Rodion Raskolnikov seeks comfort and a symbol of faith from Sonia amid the gathering twilight of his fate, revealing the depths of his torment and isolation in a world both mocking and indifferent. As he confronts the grim...1558false340fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crime-and-punishment-epilogue--70858300https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70858300Fri, 15 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a condemned man, cast into the desolation of Siberia, endures not merely punishment of the body but that more terrible tribunal of the soul, where pride, suffering, memory, and the dim stirrings of conscience contend in mournful silence....2340false341fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-crocodile-chapter-two--71880526https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880526Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a concerned friend seeks the counsel of the venerable Timofey Semyonitch regarding the extraordinary predicament of Ivan Matveitch, who finds himself lodged within a crocodile, prompting a cautious discussion steeped in propriety,...1469false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-crocodile-chapter-one--71880527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880527Sat, 16 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a serene midwinter outing to view a living crocodile in a Petersburg arcade takes a startling, extraordinary turn, revealing much about human nature when confronted with the absurd and the inexplicable. The episode unfolds with a curious...1948false41fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-crocodile-chapter-four--71880525https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880525Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator visits the charming yet wistful Elena Ivanovna, whose playful resistance to the idea of her husband’s extraordinary predicament reveals much about her tender nature and the curious social dynamics surrounding them. Meanwhile, the...1502false44fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-crocodile-chapter-three--71880528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880528Sun, 17 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator visits Ivan Matveitch hidden within the crocodile, encountering his feverish vanity and grandiose schemes for celebrity and influence, whilst grappling with the surreal reality of Ivan’s condition and his eerie contentedness....2269false43fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-ii--71880815https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880815Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a certain Mr. Golyadkin, a man of simple and somewhat awkward bearing, seeks the counsel of an experienced physician, Krestyan Ivanovitch, on the proper course for his health and social habits, revealing a modest pride in his unassuming...1322false52fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-i--71880810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880810Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the modest titular councillor Yakov Petrovitch Golyadkin awakens to a dreary Petersburg morning and prepares himself with great care and anticipation for a day that promises some semblance of dignity and order amidst his troubled existence....862false51fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-iii--71880811https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880811Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Mr. Golyadkin embarks upon a frenetic and somewhat bewildering pilgrimage through the bustling shops of Nevsky Prospect, displaying an air of urgent commerce and peculiarly heavy import. He then confronts social awkwardness and surprising...1017false53fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-iv--71880817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880817Tue, 19 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a grand and resplendent birthday ball unfolds with an air of genteel society, where Mr. Golyadkin, a timid and out-of-place clerk, lingers hesitantly in the shadows before venturing awkwardly into the midst of the festivity. His uneasy...1717false54fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-v--71880812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880812Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the troubled Mr. Golyadkin, pursued by a storm and his own despair through the desolate streets of Petersburg, encounters a mysterious stranger whose presence unnerves and confounds him beyond measure. Amid the relentless November weather and...1097false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-vi--71880813https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880813Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Mr. Golyadkin awakens burdened by the haunting recollection of the tumultuous occurrences of the previous day, grappling with a disturbing sense of malice and confusion, and tries to maintain composure amid the bewildering presence of a new...1748false56fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-viii--71880809https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880809Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the bewildered Mr. Golyadkin awakes to find the visitor of the previous night vanished without a trace, and soon encounters a strange and unsettling doppelgänger whose insolent behaviour at the office leaves our hero utterly confounded and...1793false58fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-vii--71880814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880814Thu, 21 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a modest gentleman, Mr. Golyadkin, receives a shy and distressed visitor who shares not only his name but a tale of hardship and misfortune, leading to an evening of cautious camaraderie and tentative trust. Their interrupted companionship is...1268false57fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-ix--71880818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880818Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Mr. Golyadkin grapples with a troubling resemblance to another man who intrudes upon his life, intensifying his sense of confusion and distress in a world that seems increasingly hostile. Driven by a mixture of pride and despair, he navigates...2626false59fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-x--71880819https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880819Fri, 22 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the pitiable Mr. Golyadkin endures a night of tormenting visions and humiliations, beset by the uncanny presence of his doppelgänger who swiftly supplants him in the esteem of society and the office. Awakening at last, he ventures forth to...2872false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-xii--71880816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880816Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentleman of modest rank finds himself engaged in a perplexing and disquieting confrontation with a servant whose loyalties waver, leading him through a series of troubled reflections and an uneasy audience with a figure of authority. Amid...1572false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-xi--71880808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880808Sat, 23 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Mr. Golyadkin, pursued by a scornful double who bears his likeness and better manners, struggles to confront him in a sequence of encounters marked by humiliation and strained civility. Amidst the murky Petersburg snow and the unsettling...1497false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-double-chapter-xiii--71880807https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880807Sun, 24 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a despondent Mr. Golyadkin, burdened by a sodden greatcoat and the gnawing loss of a letter, seeks refuge behind a woodstack in the yard of Olsufy Ivanovitch’s home, only to be invited into a crowded drawing-room amid curious and sympathetic...2046false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-2--71880887https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880887Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the modest yet prosperous General Epanchin and his accomplished family are introduced with a delicate portrait of their social standing and dispositions, and Prince Muishkin arrives at their home bearing an air of quiet curiosity and sincere...1727false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-1--71880889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880889Mon, 25 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two young men of contrasting demeanours meet by chance on a mist-shrouded train bound for St. Petersburg, their disparate pasts gradually unfolding through a candid and occasionally mocking exchange with a knowing fellow traveller. The...1779false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-3--71880895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880895Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young Prince Muishkin arrives in St Petersburg and, after an awkward yet sincere introduction to General Epanchin, finds himself tentatively welcomed into a genteel household, where conversations reveal tensions and intrigues concerning a...2133false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-4--71880896https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880896Tue, 26 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tranquil and orderly existence of the Epanchin family is delicately unsettled by the approaching prospect of a matrimonial alliance between the eldest daughter and the wealthy, yet complicated, Afanasy Ivanovitch Totski, whose shadowy...2433false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-6--71880885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880885Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince recounts his years spent among village children, with a particular focus on a poor girl named Marie, whose tragic circumstances and gentle soul evoke both the scorn of the villagers and the affection of the children and himself....1725false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-5--71880899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880899Wed, 27 May 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a humble and curious prince, newly arrived and foreign in manner, becomes the centre of a lively family’s scrutiny and kindness, his gentle oddities and past torments becoming the subject of thoughtful discourse and delicate teasing; his...2734false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-7--71880886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880886Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, amidst a lively domestic scene marked by subtle tensions and secretive correspondences, navigates delicate social interactions involving a mysterious portrait and a letter of desperate entreaty; the interplay between frank...2204false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-8--71880898https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880898Thu, 28 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince arrives at the somewhat cramped and financially strained flat of Gania’s family, meeting its various inhabitants and intruding upon a household teetering between pride and practical hardship, where tensions quietly simmer beneath...2289false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-9--71880880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880880Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Nastasia Philipovna makes an unexpected and spirited entrance into Gania’s family home, unsettling the assembled guests with her vivacity and sharp wit, while the tensions and unspoken resentments among those present quietly simmer beneath...1424false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-10--71880897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880897Fri, 29 May 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tumultuous and unruly group led by Rogojin invades a genteel household, bringing with them a storm of accusations, drunken boasts, and tense confrontations that lay bare the frailties and passions of those assembled. Amidst this upheaval,...1222false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-11--71880874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880874Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince retreats to solitude, only to be drawn into a complex web of family discord and uneasy alliances, observing with quiet sympathy the follies and passions of those around him. Among heated discussions and unexpected confessions, he...1218false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-12--71880878https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880878Sat, 30 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, seeking entrance to a certain lady’s abode, finds himself entangled with a dishevelled general whose overheated reminiscences and personal misfortunes reveal a world both weary and tangled in debts of the heart and purse. Amidst...1894false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-14--71880875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880875Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a curious company engages in a game of confessing their worst deeds, revealing unexpected depths and stirring emotions among the assembled guests, while a certain lady, Nastasia Philipovna, makes a startling marital declaration that commands...1770false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-13--71880881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880881Sun, 31 May 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, trembling with a curious mixture of hope and fear, ventures into Nastasia Philipovna’s finely adorned salon, where an uneasy company gathers under her unsettled and capricious mood. Amidst strained pleasantries and concealed...1709false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-16--71880873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880873Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the unexpected revelation of an inheritance stirs a tumultuous evening where declarations of love, desperate wagers, and reckless pride interlace amid a gathering fraught with spirit and sorrow. The sharp contrast between honour and despair...2218false616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-i-chapter-15--71880888https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880888Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tumultuous gathering at Nastasia Philipovna’s house swells into a chaotic spectacle of restless suitors and uneasy acquaintances, as fiery declarations and unexpected gifts unravel beneath the watchful eyes of a diverse and bewildered...1657false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-1--71880877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880877Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Prince Muishkin departs for Moscow under a cloud of curious rumours, leaving behind a family and society entangled in whispered speculations and shifting alliances, while the Epanchin household grapples with changes both tender and vexing....1740false617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-2--71880891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880891Tue, 02 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Prince Muishkin arrives in St. Petersburg and visits the troubled household of the clerk Lebedeff, where a mixture of family tensions, unspoken troubles, and peculiar behaviour is laid bare before him in a scene both vivid and charged with...2492false618fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-4--71880879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880879Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two men traverse the quiet corridors of a modest abode, their discourse turning from a peculiar portrait of the Saviour to profound questions of faith and human nature, revealing paradoxes of belief and morality in the Russian soul. Amid...1012false620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-3--71880893https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880893Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, compelled by a mix of curiosity and unease, visits Parfen Rogojin in his sombre and austere family home, where their conversation unveils the tumultuous and troubled relations surrounding a shared acquaintance. The dialogue, thick...2579false619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-6--71880884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880884Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince finds himself ensconced in a quaint country villa under the vigilant, if somewhat overzealous, care of Lebedeff, where diverse visitors from his social circle gather in genteel disorder, revealing undercurrents of intrigue and old...2489false622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-5--71880890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880890Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, wandering through a bright Petersburg afternoon consumed by vague dread and mysterious presentiments, struggles with the shadowy workings of his own mind and the enigmatic, brooding figures around him, until his journey culminates...2435false621fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-7--71880876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880876Fri, 05 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tranquil domestic scene is enlivened by a young man’s unexpected appearance and the delicate performance of a ballad, rich with subtle jests and earnest feeling, that captivates some yet unsettles others. The arrival of an agitated group...1681false623fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-8--71880892https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880892Sat, 06 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a heated assembly convenes around a weighty dispute involving claims of inheritance, honour, and the complexities entwined with noble birth, all unfolding amid a sharply satirical public article that incenses and provokes those present. The...3245false624fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-9--71880894https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880894Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a probing inquiry unravels the tangled truths of lineage and honour amidst a charged assembly, revealing the complex intertwining of past affections and present consequences, whilst dignity and resentment clash under the strain of revelation....2280false625fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-10--71880900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880900Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gathering unfolds with a peculiar mixture of accusation, confession, and fragile human frailty, centred upon the consumptive Hippolyte’s impassioned outpourings and the sharp social tensions they evoke among the assembled guests. The...2635false626fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-11--71880883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880883Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the Prince finds himself enveloped in a perplexing web of whispers, grudges, and cryptic visits, as curious questions cluster about a mysterious lady’s motives and the reputations of acquaintances are cast into shadow. Amidst restless social...2591false627fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-ii-chapter-12--71880882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880882Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince finds himself caught in a delicate and probing conversation with Mrs Epanchin, who confronts him about a mysterious letter to Aglaya and urges him to clarify his intentions amidst insinuations and misunderstandings. Their exchange...1254false628fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-1--71880947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880947Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the whims of the Epanchin family unfold against the backdrop of their imperious matron’s anxieties and social manoeuvrings, revealing the tender yet turbulent undercurrents of domestic life in a cultivated Russian household. Among lively...2135false61fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-2--71880948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880948Fri, 12 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a curious and tender scene unfolds at a family gathering, revealing the prince’s delicate sensibilities and the candid affections and misunderstandings among the Epanchin sisters. Later, at a public concert, the encounter with a troubled...1803false62fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-3--71880959https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880959Sat, 13 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the Epanchin family is shaken by unsettling revelations and strained tensions, while Prince Muishkin finds himself enveloped in a curious mixture of melancholy and bewilderment during a midnight stroll through the park. The prince’s dialogues...2156false63fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-4--71880955https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880955Sun, 14 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a sudden assembly of familiar guests, champagne in hand and spirits high, unexpectedly converges to celebrate the prince's birthday with lively, sometimes heated discourse on profound and earthly matters alike. Among them, the prince keenly...2038false64fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-5--71880945https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880945Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Hippolyte awakens with a restless spirit and, defying the gathering’s unease, unveils a sealed manuscript filled with a solemn and turbulent confession that he insists must be heard without delay. Amidst a charged silence and the curious...1755false65fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-6--71880944https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880944Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a sombre, ailing narrator recounts a chance encounter that leads him to aid a fallen medical man, while grappling with feelings of isolation, impending mortality, and the burdens of charity. Amidst reflections on human suffering and a...2193false66fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-7--71880950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880950Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a pallid youth named Hippolyte delivers a somber and defiant confession of his intention to end his own life, provoking a volatile mixture of disbelief, concern, and cynicism among a collected company, culminating in a failed suicide attempt...1903false67fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-8--71880962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880962Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a late-night meeting between the prince and Aglaya unfolds into a candid and restless exchange, revealing her rebellious spirit, her dreams of escape, and her sharp judgments of those around them. They tread through confessions of love,...1935false68fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-9--71880949https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880949Fri, 19 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince navigates delicate morning encounters marked by veiled tensions and parental anxieties, whilst the household reels from a mysterious misfortune involving missing money and suspected betrayal. Amidst courteous deceptions and earnest...1725false69fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iii-chapter-10--71880958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880958Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince wrestles with a haunting correspondence whose strange truths blur the line between dream and reality, compelling him to confront a sorrowful apparition whose presence stirs both anguish and longing. As night deepens and encounters...965false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-1--71880957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880957Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we are introduced to the weary banality and thwarted ambitions of Varvara Ardalionovna Ptitsin and her brother Gania, whose petty family intrigues and social manoeuvres unfold with quiet desperation and bittersweet irony. The arrival of...1688false611fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-2--71880964https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880964Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the fragile Hippolyte finds himself lodged with the Ptitsin family, amidst a tangle of domestic quarrels that lay bare the abrasions and unsettled rancours within the household. Therein unfolds a curious drama of pride, resentment, and veiled...1282false612fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-3--71880960https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880960Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the troubled general returns home in a tempestuous state, casting shadows over his family with fits of rage and inexplicable moods, whilst those around him wrestle with uncertainty and quiet apprehension. Amidst this tumult, the prince finds...1621false613fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-4--71880963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880963Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a weary old general, caught between pride and nostalgia, recounts his implausible yet heartfelt memories as a child page at Napoleon’s court, revealing a mixture of grandeur and bitter disillusionment beneath his tales. The prince listens...1795false614fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-5--71880954https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880954Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a delicate ambiguity settles over Prince Muishkin’s relationship with Aglaya Epanchin, sparking a mixture of anxiety, misunderstanding, and reluctant hope within her family as they navigate the uneasy dance of courtship amid symbolic gestures...2633false615fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-6--71880961https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880961Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince contemplates the anxious preparations for a small but significant social gathering, amid the restless moods and veiled tensions of the Epanchin family, while grappling with his own apprehensions and the curious intrigues...2258false616fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-7--71880953https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880953Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gathering of Russian nobility unravels the stirring reflections and fervent convictions of a young prince, whose impassioned discourse on faith, society, and identity amidst tales of a departed benefactor evokes both admiration and alarm...2561false617fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-8--71880946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880946Sun, 28 Jun 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, haunted by a deep and restless melancholy, is drawn into a delicate and tense encounter between two women of starkly different dispositions, each marked by jealousy, pride, and concealed sorrows; amidst this gathering storm of...2787false618fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-9--71880952https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880952Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which our observer delicately chronicles the strange and tangled rumours that have blossomed across Pavlofsk concerning a noble young prince’s scandalous engagements, love entanglements, and the bewildered perplexity of those around him. Through a...1805false619fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-10--71880965https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880965Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prince, quietly enduring preparations for his hastened wedding amid whispers and watchful eyes, navigates the complex affections and anxieties of those around him, including his troubled bride and a circle of concerned acquaintances...1969false620fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-11--71880956https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880956Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Prince Muishkin, overwhelmed by suspicion and sorrow, seeks out Rogojin in a fevered search for Nastasia Philipovna, only to find himself ensnared in a tense and somber vigil beside the stillness of a shaded room. As dawn breaks upon their...2041false621fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-idiot-part-iv-chapter-12--71880951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71880951Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the reverberations of a tragic event ripple quietly through the lives of those connected to the prince, drawing old acquaintances into fresh concerns and distant correspondences that carry the weight of news and tender regard. Amidst the...604false622fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grand-inquisitor-part-1--72678024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678024Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a poetic fancy is set in the shadows of sixteenth-century Spain, where Christ returns silently amid an ominous spectacle of faith and power, His presence stirring the hopes and fears of a fervent crowd. Therein, the aged Grand Inquisitor...1084false71fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grand-inquisitor-part-2--72678026https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678026Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a profound discourse unfolds upon the nature of human freedom, the ceaseless yearning for worship, and the paradox of earthly power versus spiritual liberty, revealing the torment and cunning inherent in humanity’s quest for meaning and...1793false72fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-grand-inquisitor-part-3--72678025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678025Sun, 05 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a profound discourse unfolds concerning the nature of human suffering, love, and the paradox of guiding blind humanity through deception for their own happiness, embodied in the figure of a solitary, austere Inquisitor who wrestles with faith...1753false73fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-1--72678097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678097Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, bearing the burden of an ignoble name and shadowed by an enigmatic father, resolves to disentangle himself from family ties and worldly expectations in pursuit of a solitary, absorbing idea. He arrives amidst faded fortunes and...2664false81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-2--72678098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678098Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young narrator finds himself reluctantly employed in the household of the enigmatic old Prince Sokolsky, where curious family intrigues and peculiar characters—including the influential yet humble Tatyana Pavlovna—envelop his days in...3075false82fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-3--72678099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678099Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man experiences a turbulent blend of humiliation and exhilaration as he courts independence through a small but daring purchase at an auction and ventures into a gathering of intense young intellectuals, where his convictions meet...2727false83fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-4--72678104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678104Tue, 07 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator encounters Kraft, a once close associate of the late Andronikov, who imparts a troubling letter tied to a contentious inheritance and reveals the tangled, sorrowful intrigues surrounding Versilov and the Ahmakov family abroad,...2334false84fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-5--72678108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678108Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man reveals his fervent ambition to amass wealth equal to the Rothschilds through unwavering obstinacy and solitude, detailing his austere experiments in self-denial and calculated thrift as means to this end. Amid dreams of power and...2963false85fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-6--72678110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678110Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a weary return home reveals the uneasy dynamics and unspoken tensions among family and acquaintances, as memories of childhood and past slights intermingle with present resentments and hopes. The narrator recounts with a delicate mixture of...3913false86fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-8--72678101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678101Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man sets out on a cold Petersburg morning with a resolute but uncertain plan involving a matter of honour, only to be met with practical scepticism and jibes from an old acquaintance, followed by a bewildering encounter with a cunning...3673false88fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-7--72678100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678100Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a strained encounter unfolds between the narrator and Versilov in the claustrophobic confines of a narrow attic, where the past’s silent tensions and unspoken grievances simmer beneath a veneer of uneasy civility. Through their candid yet...2049false87fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-10--72678107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678107Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the youthful narrator awakens to a sombre household, contemplates the melancholy aftermath of a tragic event with a mixture of youthful impulsiveness and earnest reflection, and encounters a circle of aristocratic figures whose magnanimity...2648false810fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-1-chapter-9--72678102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678102Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator confronts tangled family disgrace and conflicting emotions while grappling with the tragic consequences that upheave the lives of those around him. The sombre unfolding of secrets, sorrow, and abrupt calamities casts a gloomy...3287false89fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-2--72678103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678103Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator finds himself entwined in the somber and intricate affairs of Prince Sergay, whose princely rank belies a troubled soul burdened by debts, promises, and uneasy alliances that ripple beneath the surface of polite society. The...2240false812fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-1--72678115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678115Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man recounts a transformative two-month interval marked by a new guise of sophistication and reckless abandon, while his inner turmoil and complex relationship with his estranged father unfold through frequent conversations shaded...2460false811fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-3--72678125https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678125Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a meeting with the unscrupulous Stebelkov casts a shadow of intrigue and suspicion over familial and social connections, challenging the narrator’s pride and leading him to a reluctant involvement in a delicate matter of money and influence....2285false813fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-4--72678105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678105Sun, 12 Jul 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man grapples with perplexing emotions and misunderstandings during an unexpectedly intimate encounter, revealing layers of sincerity, fear, and vulnerability in both himself and a woman whose true character confounds his prior...1725false814fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-6--72678106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678106Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator wrestles with a perilous temptation to confront a woman whose fidelity he questions, yet chooses restraint in a rare moment of honourable impulse, and later finds himself drawn into the sordid, turbulent world of gambling where...2176false816fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-5--72678111https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678111Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:07 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young narrator returns to a family dinner marked by tension and uneasy exchanges, revealing layers of affection and misunderstanding among the guests, as well as the complexities of his own impetuous nature. Later, an intimate and candid...2745false815fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-8--72678112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678112Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young narrator is drawn deeper into a labyrinth of social intrigues and emotional turmoil, marked by bewildering confrontations, whispered accusations, and the shadow of ruin that hangs over those close to him. Amidst the bleak atmosphere...2818false818fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-7--72678122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678122Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Arkady wakes to a heavy morning, locked in pain and tangled thoughts, discovering truths from Liza that unsettle his world and bind him more closely to the tangled fates of those around him. As secrets unravel and confessions unfold between...2973false817fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-2-chapter-9--72678109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678109Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, overwhelmed by a profound sense of disgrace and alienation, wanders the frosty streets of St. Petersburg, grappling with his shattered honour and a tumult of conflicted emotions that lead him to near madness and desperate...2452false819fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-1--72678126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678126Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator, newly awakened from a prolonged unconsciousness, grapples with a restless spirit and delicate resentments amid the care of those around him, while discovering an enigmatic old monk whose quiet presence stirs within him...2262false820fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-2--72678113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678113Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator, caught amid the tangled affections and resentments of his family and acquaintances, observes the pride and suffering of Liza and the fragile condition of the ailing Makar Ivanovitch, while darker currents of intrigue and...3053false821fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-3--72678121https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678121Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man emerges from illness into a period of quiet reflection and unexpected camaraderie, discovering in the simple yet profound spirit of an ageing servant a comforting and novel perspective on faith, life, and human frailty. The tale...3427false822fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-5--72678114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678114Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the young Arkady Makarovitch encounters the impassioned and complicated Anna Andreyevna, whose fervent appeals and concealed intrigues draw him into a world of tangled loyalties and unspeakable social entanglements. He is then led to...3547false824fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-4--72678128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678128Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator reveals, with a measured candour and retrospective clarity, the intricate machinations of Lambert, a young scoundrel ensnared in blackmail and intrigue, whose discovery of a secret document entangles several figures of varied...3808false823fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-6--72678124https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678124Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a drunken encounter with an old acquaintance leads to reckless schemes and bitter self-reproach, revealing the complexities of youthful ambition and moral weakness under the guise of friendship. Following a sudden death, intimacies and hidden...2921false825fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-7--72678123https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678123Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a chance meeting leads to an intimate and heartfelt conversation between two kindred spirits, revealing the complexities of love, duty, and the burdens of heritage within the quiet confines of a modest flat. The elder, with a melancholy born...2385false826fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-8--72678116https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678116Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a reflective conversation unfolds, revealing a man’s complex love and remorse for a woman, mingled with philosophical musings on duty and the practicalities of human affection. As fate intervenes with the sudden appearance of another woman,...1226false827fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-9--72678127https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678127Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator, grappling with a profound mixture of hope and despair, reflects upon a stirring confession and the complicated entanglements of love, honour, and family that weigh heavily upon him; he is drawn into a labyrinth of cryptic...3326false828fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-11--72678118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678118Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tumultuous night of despair and plotting finds the narrator entangled with Lambert and Alphonsine, only to awaken to the shattering discovery that a crucial letter has been stolen, setting a chain of wretched events in motion. Thereafter,...3171false830fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-10--72678120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678120Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the tangled affections and intrigues among a circle of acquaintances reach a fevered pitch, as Anna Andreyevna boldly engineers a confrontation with the old prince and a tense meeting unfolds between Andrey Petrovitch and Katerina Nikolaevna,...3426false829fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-13--72678117https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678117Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator reflects on the tumultuous events surrounding Versilov’s passionate yet conflicted behaviour, revealing a man torn between a “second self” and a deeper reckoning with personal and familial expectations. Meanwhile, the narrator...1994false832fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-raw-youth-part-3-chapter-12--72678119https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678119Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man confesses a secret to a steadfast friend, and they together confront the intricate and perilous intrigues surrounding a stolen letter and the fraught relations of those entwined with it. Amid heated confrontations, narrow escapes,...2719false831fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-1--72678443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678443Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator introduces the somber yet quietly resilient life of a Siberian exile, Alexander Petrovitch Goriantchikoff, whose pale, withdrawn demeanour and tragic past cast a shadow over the wooden town of K—, and explores the quiet...751false91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-2--72678444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678444Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a detailed portrait is drawn of the prison environment and the convicts inhabiting it, revealing the bleak routine, hardened souls, and peculiar society forged within the grim walls and unyielding regulations of the dead-house. Through...2047false92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-3--72678449https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678449Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the first harrowing weeks of incarceration reveal a life marked not by extraordinary events but by a painful, monotonous existence where forced labour, communal tensions, and subtle social stratifications shape daily endurance. The narrator’s...2144false93fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-4--72678448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678448Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the curious customs and complex social dynamics of the convict prison unfold through the vivid character of an old believer entrusted with safeguarding prisoners’ hidden savings, the perilous trade of smuggled vodka, and the troubled yet...2037false94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-6--72678447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678447Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a newly arrived convict, overwhelmed by the harshness and curiosity of his fellow prisoners, begins to navigate the grim realities of prison life through small acts of kindness and the complex social customs of those condemned. He observes...1731false96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-5--72678450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678450Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the sombre and crowded life within the convict barracks is unveiled, revealing the complex interplay of fear, respect, and camaraderie among prisoners of diverse origins and characters, from the proud brigand to the gentle mountaineer. The...2294false95fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-8--72678445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678445Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator grows accustomed to the harsh realities of convict life, finding solace in labour and the steady rhythms of daily routines, while observing the peculiar habits and characters that fill the barracks. Among these figures, Petroff...1715false98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-7--72678458https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678458Sat, 25 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator acquaints us with the small mercies and foibles of prison life, including a kind widow’s gentle sympathy and the varied, often contradictory characters among the convicts, whose demeanour ranges from sullen to spirited. Amidst...1635false97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-9--72678451https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678451Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we are introduced to men of determination whose desperate deeds spring from shattered souls, and among them, the diminutive Luka Kouzmitch, a brigand whose fierce act against a despotic Major unfolds in vivid recounting. The narrative gently...853false99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-10--72678455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678455Sun, 26 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the peculiar Isaiah Fomitch Bumstein, the sole Jew among the convicts, prepares for the Christmas bath with comic pride and solemn observance of his faith, while the bustling, steamy bathhouse scene reveals the camaraderie and small...2180false910fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-12--72678452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678452Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the convicts, amid the strict and unyielding shadows of their captivity, find fleeting solace and camaraderie through the spirited organisation and enactment of a theatrical performance, bringing to life characters and scenes with earnestness...2646false912fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-1-chapter-11--72678460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678460Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the convicts observe the solemnity and complex emotions of Christmas, gathering with a rare sense of respect and communal spirit despite their harsh circumstances; their celebrations are marked by both reverence and disorder, as moments of...2083false911fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-2--72678454https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678454Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the daily routine of the hospital is observed with a quiet humanity, revealing the complex relations between doctors and prisoners marked by compassion, feigned ailments, and the harsh realities of discipline. The narrative unfolds a gallery...1785false914fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-1--72678456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678456Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrative unfolds within the dismal confines of a military hospital, where convicts and soldiers alike bear the heavy yoke of ailment and punishment, their days marked by unyielding suffering and reluctant camaraderie. The author keenly...1786false913fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-4--72678453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678453Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the restless night unveils a whispered tale of hardship and betrayal among prisoners, centred on the troubled marriage of Akoulka and her husband, Ivan Semionytch, who recounts the painful trials brought upon by jealousy, mistrust, and...1583false916fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-3--72678461https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678461Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the hospital becomes a sombre theatre of human endurance and suffering, where the grim realities of punishment and the strange hierarchies among prisoners and executioners are laid bare, revealing the complex interplay of fear, hope, cruelty,...2490false915fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-6--72678446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678446Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the saga of convicts and their humble companions unfolds amid the spirited selection of a new horse, the gentle care of a devoted driver, and the short-lived joys and sorrows of various animals that find a place within the prison’s grim...1736false918fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-5--72678459https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678459Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the advent of spring sharpens the convicts' yearning for freedom amidst the heavy labours and the restless stirrings of escape thoughts, while the narrator reflects on the season’s bitter-sweetness and the peculiar camaraderie and rivalry...2504false917fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-7--72678457https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678457Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the sombre realities of convict life are laid bare through restless hopes and deep alienation, particularly for those of noble birth who find themselves estranged even among fellow prisoners; and a tense, collective grievance over food...2522false919fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-8--72678463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678463Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator acquaints us with the diverse and often troubled souls among his fellow prisoners, ranging from ex-nobles resigned to their fate to irritable, morose men embittered by their exile, and reveals the intricate social dynamics and...2147false920fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-9--72678462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678462Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the prison undergoes a reformation to a military convict establishment, altering its structure yet leaving the harsh daily existence largely untouched, and among the convicts, a daring plan for escape is conceived and nearly realised,...2061false921fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-house-of-the-dead-part-2-chapter-10--72678464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678464Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the weary narrator reflects upon his final year of confinement, marked by unexpected friendships, rare indulgences such as books, and a profound sense of estrangement from the world beyond the prison walls. As freedom draws near, he takes...716false922fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-2-a-novel-in-nine-letters--72678545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678545Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two old acquaintances exchange a series of increasingly strained letters, each seeking an elusive meeting to discuss pressing matters shrouded in ambiguity and distrust; their correspondence reveals the delicate interplay of social...1946false102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-1-an-honest-thief--72678549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678549Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a modest bachelor’s quiet existence is disturbed and enlivened by the arrival of an old soldier and a mysterious lodger, leading to reflections on trust, hardship, and human frailty. Through the soldier’s poignant tale of a tragic,...2871false101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-3-an-unpleasant-predicament-part-1--72678546https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678546Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which three ageing gentlemen, bound by the ties of service and society, engage in a restrained yet revealing discourse over wine in a comfortably appointed Petersburg abode, revealing the delicate interplay of ambition, pride, and reform in their...2391false103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-3-an-unpleasant-predicament-part-2--72678552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678552Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a certain official named Ivan Ilyitch, moved by a curious mixture of resolve and discomfort, ventures uninvited into the midst of a lively wedding fête held for his clerk, Pseldonimov, where he encounters an assemblage of lively, if uneasy,...2221false104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-3-an-unpleasant-predicament-part-4--72678550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678550Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a meek and industrious clerk named Pseldonimov is ensnared in the oppressive world of the irascible retired official Mlekopitaev, whose tyrannical household foreshadows a troublesome union with his anæmic daughter and the stark realities of...2276false106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-3-an-unpleasant-predicament-part-3--72678558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678558Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a certain Excellency finds himself amidst a wild wedding celebration, where the abandon and unconventionality of the guests unsettle his spirit and provoke an uneasy self-awareness. As the festivities grow ever more raucous and his own...2366false105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-5-another-man-s-wife-part-2--72678547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678547Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a jealous husband named Ivan Andreyitch, driven by suspicion and fear, bursts unexpectedly into a strange apartment only to find himself in a most compromising and absurd predicament beneath the bed, sharing his cramped refuge with another...3096false108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-5-another-man-s-wife-part-1--72678548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678548Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentleman cloaked in raccoon furs, harbouring a troubled heart and shaken confidence, beseeches a young man for aid in tracking a certain lady of elusive repute within the labyrinthine streets of Petersburg; and in this peculiar and tense...3191false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-6-the-heavenly-christmas-tree--72678554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678554Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a poor and lonely little boy wanders the bustling, icy streets of a great town on Christmas Eve, drawn by the glimmers of warmth and joy that shine from the windows of merrily decorated homes. Amidst the cold and hardship, he encounters a...726false109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-7-a-peasant-marey--72678560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678560Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a sombre prisoner, amidst the harsh and chaotic life behind iron bars during an uneasy holiday, is transported by a vivid childhood memory of a fearful encounter in the countryside with a kindly peasant named Marey. This recollection kindles...866false1010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-8-the-crocodile-part-2--72678551https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678551Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator visits the venerable Timofey Semyonitch to seek counsel on a most peculiar and unprecedented predicament involving the hapless Ivan Matveitch, whose unusual circumstance stirs a variety of opinions rooted in bureaucracy,...1371false1012fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-8-the-crocodile-part-1--72678559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678559Fri, 07 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a refined gentleman and his lady companion visit a curious exhibition of a supposedly dormant crocodile, only to witness the former being startlingly and quite inconceivably swallowed whole by the creature itself. Amidst a mixture of shock,...1521false1011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-8-the-crocodile-part-3--72678553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678553Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a most curious gentleman finds himself lodged within the cavernous belly of a monstrous crocodile, reflecting with feverish pompousness on his newfound fame and the grand designs he intends to unfold from this singular imprisonment. Amidst...1766false1013fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-8-the-crocodile-part-4--72678557https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678557Sat, 08 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a most extraordinary spectacle of a live crocodile draws the curious gaze of Petersburg’s society, inspiring peculiar debates on love, social standing, and human folly, while domestic life and romantic entanglements unfold within humble...1261false1014fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-9-bobok--72678555https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678555Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a disillusioned man attends a funeral and, resting by a tombstone, begins to overhear the dead conversing with one another in a strange, shadowy realm between life and oblivion. This eerie gathering reveals a curious blend of personalities...2696false1015fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-stories-10-the-dream-of-a-ridiculous-man--72678556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72678556Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a forlorn and self-proclaimed ridiculous man contemplates the futility of existence and his own planned demise, only to be stirred by the desperate plight of a little girl, leading him into a profound and strange dream of death, resurrection,...3381false1016fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-underground-part-1--73458727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458727Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a man of acute consciousness lays bare the peculiar maladies of his soul, confessing a life spent in spiteful inertia and vexed self-reflection amid the cold ironies of nature’s laws. He muses on the paradox of intelligence as both a torment...2673false111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-underground-part-2--73458728https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458728Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:06 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator reflects with a pensive and somewhat sardonic tone on the nature of human free will, caprice, and the paradox of reason opposing desire, arguing that man often chooses the irrational and the self-destructive in order to affirm...2912false112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-a-propos-of-the-wet-snow-part-1--73458729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458729Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young man, plagued by a tumultuous mix of vanity, self-loathing, and social alienation, navigates the dreary monotony of his office life alongside his dark indulgences and fanciful dreams of grandeur. With painstaking care, he rehearses a...2712false113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-a-propos-of-the-wet-snow-part-2--73458732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458732Tue, 11 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a man, haunted by a mixture of contempt and craving for recognition, intrudes upon a farewell dinner for an old school rival and is met with cold disdain and biting mockery, plunging him into bitter self-reflection and increasing humiliation....3746false114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-a-propos-of-the-wet-snow-part-3--73458733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458733Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a nocturnal conversation unfolds between a disillusioned gentleman and a young woman ensnared in a degrading existence, their words wandering through the dark corners of human misery and lost innocence as he imparts his bleak reflections on...2687false115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/notes-from-the-underground-a-propos-of-the-wet-snow-part-4--73458734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73458734Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the narrator confronts the bitter torment of his own contradictory nature and societal isolation, marked by a humiliating encounter with a woman named Liza and the tyrannical presence of a loathsome servant, Apollon. His reflections reveal a...3567false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-1--73459908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459908Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we observe the gentleman Velchaninoff, detained by a vexing legal affair in the dusty heat of St. Petersburg, wrestling with his restless nights and the gnawing spectres of his past, which bring upon him a new and keenly felt vanity. Through...844false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-2--73459909https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459909Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which our somewhat irritable and restless Velchaninoff becomes obsessively haunted by the persistent and enigmatic presence of a man wearing a crape band on his hat, a figure who seems to both puzzle and unsettle him deeply amid the stifling heat...1710false122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-3--73459910https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459910Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two old acquaintances meet suddenly at an ungodly hour, one bearing sombre news masked by peculiar behaviour and a crape band, stirring unease and curiosity in the other. The visitor’s melancholy disclosures and muddled demeanour ignite a...1275false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-4--73459912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459912Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the protagonist, roused from slumber by restless thoughts, contemplates the intricate and tormenting memories of a past passion for Natalia Vasilievna, a woman whose death has stirred long-buried reflections on love, deceit, and social...854false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-5--73459914https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459914Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the visitor encounters Pavel Pavlovitch in a disordered lodging, witnessing a strained and sorrowful interaction with a young girl named Liza, his purported daughter, whose delicate nature and mournful circumstances evoke a mixture of...1410false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-6--73459915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459915Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we observe a tumultuous encounter between Velchaninoff and the troubled child Liza, whose anguished silence and haunting revelations paint a poignant picture of pain and neglect, set against the kindly and reassuring backdrop of old friends...987false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-7--73459917https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459917Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which an impatient gentleman, burdened by restless thoughts and elusive confidences, engages in a fraught and revealing dialogue with a dissolute acquaintance whose sardonic revelations unsettle the very foundations of his composure. Their uneasy...1421false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-8--73459918https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459918Sun, 16 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Velchaninoff's troubled thoughts are overshadowed by the pitiable plight of young Liza and the erratic behaviour of her reckless father, Pavel Pavlovitch, whose disorderly existence casts a long shadow over their fragile hopes. As illness and...799false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-9--73459920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459920Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the beleaguered Velchaninoff confronts the dissolute Pavel Pavlovitch, wrestling with a mixture of anger and reluctant pity as he attempts to secure the latter's presence for a critical matter involving family distress. The night unfolds with...1060false129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-10--73459921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459921Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the fragile light of hopeful affection is swiftly overshadowed by the grievous shadow of loss, as Velchaninoff endures the heart-wrenching decline and death of little Liza amidst a swirl of anguish and despair. Amid the somber aftermath, a...961false1210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-11--73459922https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459922Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which two old acquaintances unexpectedly cross paths beneath a soft evening sky, leading to an uneasy exchange wrapped in curious intentions and delicate proposals. The narrative unfolds through furtive confidences and social manoeuvres, evoking...1286false1211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-12--73459923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459923Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a visit to the respectable Zachlebnikoff household unfolds with social intricacies, punctuated by the uneasy presence of Pavel Pavlovitch and the spirited young ladies who surround him. Velchaninoff’s arrival stirs varied emotions and subtle...1937false1212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-13--73459924https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459924Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the weary heart of Velchaninoff endures a tumultuous evening marked by uneasy company and unspoken grievances, revealing the fragile threads of pride, resentment, and misplaced trust that bind men of different worlds. Whilst passions flare...1023false1213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-14--73459925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459925Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a confident young gentleman named Alexander Loboff arrives uninvited to confront Pavel Pavlovitch about a certain lady, asserting a claim of troth and demanding the older man's withdrawal with a mixture of youthful insolence and earnest...962false1214fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-15--73459926https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459926Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the sombre pains of a frail body intertwine with the twisting tempers and uneasy hospitality shared between two men, one burdened by illness and the other by restless spite and veiled intentions. Through fevered thoughts and a sudden struggle...1066false1215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-16--73459928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459928Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Velchaninoff emerges from a harrowing ordeal with a bruised hand and a restless mind, ruminating on the complex emotions and intentions that have entwined his fate with Pavel Pavlovitch’s, and the strange affinity that binds them beyond...1035false1216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-permanent-husband-chapter-17--73459929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73459929Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which our erstwhile friend Velchaninoff, newly restored in vigour and fortune, encounters an old companion amid the transient theatre of a railway station, where polite society mingles uneasily with the imperfections of human nature. Their meeting,...622false1217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-8th-makar--73460206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460206Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a devoted and tender-hearted gentleman conveys his heartfelt happiness at a small, shared signal between himself and his beloved, while describing his modest new lodgings amidst a lively and diverse household. He reflects gently upon the...871false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-8th-barbara--73460207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460207Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the gentle exchange of letters unfolds a delicate tapestry of friendship and tender concern, revealing the quiet sacrifices and heartfelt anxieties of two souls distant yet deeply intertwined. The narrative, steeped in humble surroundings and...351false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-8th-makar-ii--73460209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460209Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a humble and ageing clerk, touched by a rare moment of sentiment, pours forth a letter to his orphaned relative, revealing his simple joys, quiet sorrows, and the tender sense of duty he feels towards her. The letter softly unveils the...656false133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-9th-barbara--73460211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460211Sun, 23 Aug 2026 18:30:05 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a weary and ailing Barbara Dobroselova pens a heartfelt letter to her dear friend Makar Alexievitch, seeking to soothe misunderstandings and assure him of her profound gratitude and unwavering respect. Her words reveal the tender struggles of...146false134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-12th-makar--73460213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460213Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:02 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which Makar Dievushkin tenderly recounts to his dear Barbara Alexievna the bleak and squalid conditions of his lodging-house, painting a vivid picture of its worn inhabitants, the weary household, and the oppressive atmosphere that pervades the...717false135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-april-25th-barbara--73460214https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460214Mon, 24 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young woman, weighed down by sorrow and reproach, recounts a painful encounter with her estranged cousin whose harsh words cast shadows upon her honour and misfortunes. She confides in her dear correspondent, seeking solace amidst the...172false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-may-20th-makar--73460215https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460215Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a gentle, heartfelt letter is penned by Makar Dievushkin to the convalescent Barbara, tenderly conveying his concern, affection, and the trials of navigating society’s whispers. Through his warm words and poetic musings, we discern a quiet...262false137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-june-1st-barbara--73460216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460216Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a young woman recounts the gentle joys and subsequent sorrows of her childhood, tracing her movement from a rural estate to the somber confines of a St. Petersburg boarding school, where she faces a harsh new world and the slow unraveling of...102false138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-june-1st-addendum-1-barbara--73460218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460218Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which we are introduced to the cramped and troubled household shared with Anna, a woman whose outward style conceals a harsh and unkind disposition, whilst the narrator’s mother’s health slowly declines under the strain of their difficult life....811false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-june-1st-addendum-2-part-1-barbara--73460219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460219Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:04 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a humble and cautious old man gingerly navigates the fragile mood of his son during quiet visits, while a young woman wrestles with feelings of inadequacy and longing as she discovers the scholarly world of her taciturn tutor. Through moments...1136false1310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-june-1st-addendum-2-part-2-barbara--73460221https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460221Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which a tender and hesitant friendship blossoms through nightly vigils by a sickbed, as two souls cautiously reveal their depths to each other amidst shared books and quiet companionship. Therein lies a gentle unfolding of youthful ardour and...983false1311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poor-folk-june-1st-addendum-2-part-3-barbara--73460222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73460222Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:30:03 +0000Fyodor DostoyevskyIn which the humble yet tender-hearted souls exchange gifts in a manner most sincere, revealing a quiet struggle to better oneself amid life's adversities. Following moments of joy and camaraderie, sorrow gently intrudes as illness and death bring a...1347false1312full