The Adolescent
The Adolescent
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1870s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Adolescent by Fyodor Dostoevsky follows a young person named Arkady Dolgoruky, a teenager grappling with self-identity amid family complexities and societal pressures. Set in 19th-century Russia, the novel explores Arkady's desire for independence and belonging as he navigates relationships with his estranged father, companions, and romantic interests.
Contemplative
Dark
Melancholic
Challenging
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Adolescent by Fyodor Dostoevsky offers a deep psychological exploration of its protagonist's tumultuous journey. Reviews praise its rich character development and philosophical depth, though some find the narrative less cohesive than Dostoevsky's other works. The novel's complex themes resonate, yet its intricate plot may challenge readers.
Who Should Read The Adolescent?
A reader who enjoys The Adolescent by Fyodor Dostoevsky is likely interested in psychological depth and moral dilemmas, similar to fans of The Catcher in the Rye. They appreciate explorations of youth, identity, and existential themes, often found in Russian literature and works like Crime and Punishment and Demons.
10,170 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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The Adolescent is also known as A Raw Youth or An Accidental Family, reflecting the complexity and layered narrative Dostoevsky crafted for the story.
Originally serialized in The Russian Messenger in 1875, it reflects Dostoevsky's grasp of serialized storytelling, a common practice for his novels.
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The novel explores themes of coming-of-age and identity, inspired partly by Dostoevsky's own philosophical inquiries during his time of writing.
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1870s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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