Poor Folk by Fyodor Dostoevsky
The novel unfolds as a poignant exchange of letters between two impoverished relatives, an elderly clerk and a young woman, who share their struggles, hopes, and the grim reality of their lives in 19th-century St. Petersburg. Their correspondence reveals the depth of their bond and the social pressures that keep them trapped in poverty. Through their heartfelt and sometimes despairing messages, the narrative paints a vivid picture of the harsh societal conditions of the time, exploring themes of poverty, class, and the human desire for dignity and connection amidst adversity.
The 2999th greatest book of all time
Purchase from
Bookshop.org or
Amazon
- Published
- 1846
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 100-200
- Original Language
- Russian
- Avg User Rating
-
(3.1)
- Alternate Titles
-
- Gente Pobre
- Pobre Gente
- Pobres Gentes
- Poor Ones
- Poor People
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 94th on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
- 944th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)