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Poor Folk
Translated by Sami Al-Droubi
Poor Folk is Fyodor Dostoevsky’s first published novel and a deeply moving portrayal of poverty and human dignity in nineteenth-century Russia. Told through an exchange of letters between two impoverished individuals, the novel explores compassion, loneliness, sacrifice, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
About this book
Poor Folk tells the story of Makar Devushkin, a humble government clerk, and Varvara Dobroselova, a young woman struggling with hardship. Through their heartfelt correspondence, readers witness the realities of poverty, social inequality, and emotional resilience. Dostoevsky skillfully portrays the dignity and humanity of people living on society’s margins while exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and compassion. The novel’s epistolary format creates an intimate connection with its characters and their struggles. As Dostoevsky’s debut novel, it established him as a powerful new voice in Russian literature.
Why read it?
To read Dostoevsky’s debut novel.
To explore themes of poverty and social inequality.
To experience a compelling story told through letters.
To reflect on human dignity, sacrifice, and compassion.
To understand the early development of Dostoevsky’s literary genius.
To explore themes of poverty and social inequality.
To experience a compelling story told through letters.
To reflect on human dignity, sacrifice, and compassion.
To understand the early development of Dostoevsky’s literary genius.
Who is it for?
Readers of classic Russian literature.
Fans of social and humanistic novels.
Literature and literary criticism students.
Readers interested in poverty and social justice themes.
Admirers of psychological and realist fiction.
Fans of social and humanistic novels.
Literature and literary criticism students.
Readers interested in poverty and social justice themes.
Admirers of psychological and realist fiction.
Book details
Language
ar
ISBN-13
9789776483835
Page count
216
Age rating
General