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Poor Folk: A Heartfelt Story of Love, Poverty, and Human Struggle (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)

  • Hardback
  • Publisher: The Library of Alexandria
  • 15.3 x 22.9 x 1.5 cm

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How much suffering can a kind heart endure?

In Poor Folk, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a deeply moving epistolary novel that reveals the struggles of the impoverished through an intimate exchange of letters. Makar Devushkin, a poor government clerk, finds solace in his correspondence with Varvara Dobroselova, a young woman also trapped in a life of hardship. Their letters-filled with love, despair, and longing-reveal the pain of social isolation and the quiet endurance of those who live in poverty.

As Makar sacrifices his own well-being to support Varvara, his dignity is tested against the harsh realities of an uncaring society. Through his words, Dostoevsky masterfully explores themes of human compassion, self-sacrifice, and the invisible suffering of the lower class.

What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:

  • A Poignant Tale of Poverty and Love - Experience the deeply personal struggles of two people trying to hold on to hope in a world of suffering.
  • A Masterpiece of Russian Realism - Witness the raw emotions and unfiltered realities of 19th-century Russian society.
  • A Modern, Accessible Translation - This adaptation retains the heart and soul of Dostoevsky's novel while making it readable for contemporary audiences.
  • An Unforgettable Exploration of Human Resilience - Discover how dignity, kindness, and love can persist even in the harshest conditions.

More than just a story of economic hardship, Poor Folk is a timeless meditation on social injustice, human dignity, and the quiet tragedies of everyday life. Dostoevsky's first novel remains a powerful and emotional journey that resonates with readers to this day.

Can kindness and love overcome the crushing weight of poverty?

Get your copy today and experience one of the most heartfelt and compassionate novels ever written.

  • Title

    Poor Folk: A Heartfelt Story of Love, Poverty, and Human Struggle (Deluxe Hardbound Edition)

  • Author

    Tim Zengerink

  • Book Format

    Hardback

  • Publisher

    The Library of Alexandria

  • Published

    June 2025

  • Weight

    373g

  • Dimensions

    15.3 x 22.9 x 1.5 cm

  • ISBN

    9781804214992

  • ISBN-10

    180421499X

  • Eden Code

    7341604

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