The Possessed - Dostoevsky - 1951 Heinemann edition

Plunge into the depths of 19th century Russia in Dostoevsky's gripping novel, The Possessed. In a town on the brink of chaos, enigmatic Nikolai Stavrogin throws a society built on tradition into turmoil. Whispers of radicalism and hidden agendas intertwine with themes of faith, love, and nihilism, as a cast of unforgettable characters - from the seductive yet manipulative Kirillov to the fervent Shatov - grapple with their demons and desires. As lines blur between sanity and madness, Dostoevsky paints a chilling portrait of a society possessed by its own inner demons, leaving you questioning the very essence of truth, belief, and the human condition itself. Prepare to be unsettled, challenged, and utterly captivated by this literary masterpiece... - The Possessed - Fyodor Dostoevsky. Translated from the Russian by Constance Garnett. Published 1956, William Heinemann Ltd, London Hardcover. Approx. 5.5x7.5in. 617pp. Dustjacket has a few small chips on top edge; spine faded. Put into protective mylar wrapper. Book is in good shape.