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Episode: Crime and Punishment: Confronting Demons, Seeking Atonement
Description: A Dark Tale: Crime and Punishment Summary & ReviewCrime and Punishment is a novel written by Fyodor Dostoevsky, published in 1866. The story is set in St. Petersburg, Russia, during the mid-19th century. It follows the life of Raskolnikov, an impoverished ex-student who plans and commits a brutal murder. The novel explores his psychological turmoil, moral dilemmas, and the consequences of his actions. Raskolnikov's motive for the murder is rooted in his belief that some individuals are extraordinary and possess the right to transgress societal norms. He considers himself one such person, convinced th...