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Crime and Punishment

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Classics Fiction Philosophy Mystery & Thriller

by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, David McDuff

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4.18 (380.9K ratings)
calendar_today 1866
description 671 pages

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, David McDuff holds a highly rated rating of 4.18 out of 5, based on 380.9K reader ratings. First published in 1866. The book spans 671 pages.

About Crime and Punishment

Raskolnikov, a destitute and desperate former student, wanders through the slums of St Petersburg and commits a random murder without remorse or regret. He imagines himself to be a great man, a Napoleon: acting for a higher purpose beyond conventional moral law. But as he embarks on a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a suspicious police investigator, Raskolnikov is pursued by the growing voice of his conscience and finds the noose of his own guilt tightening around his neck. Only Sonya, a downtrodden prostitute, can offer the chance of redemption.

Detail Value
Author Fyodor Dostoyevsky, David McDuff
Published 1866
Pages 671
Genres Classics, Fiction, Philosophy, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 4.18 / 5.00
Total Ratings 380,903

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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380.9K ratings
With a rating of 4.18, Crime and Punishment is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs above expectations. With 380.9K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

4.18
This Book
4.03
Classics Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Crime and Punishment?

Crime and Punishment is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Philosophy, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Classics.

Is Crime and Punishment worth reading?

Based on 380.9K reader ratings, Crime and Punishment has an average score of 4.18 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Crime and Punishment?

Crime and Punishment has 671 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Crime and Punishment?

Crime and Punishment was written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, David McDuff. It was first published in 1866.

What is the ISBN for Crime and Punishment?

The ISBN-13 for Crime and Punishment is 9780143058140.0.

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