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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky Fact-Matching Game

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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a classic novel that delves into the themes of morality, guilt, and redemption. In this game inspired by the novel, players will navigate through a dark and complex narrative, making tough decisions along the way that will ultimately determine their fate.

  • Explore the gritty streets of St. Petersburg
  • Interact with a cast of morally ambiguous characters
  • Uncover the truth behind a heinous crime

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • Crime and Punishment was originally published in a Russian literary journal in 1866.
  • The novel follows the story of Rodion Raskolnikov, a destitute former student who commits a premeditated murder.
  • Dostoevsky wrote Crime and Punishment while dealing with financial troubles and the death of his first wife.
  • The novel explores themes of morality, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions.
  • Raskolnikov justifies his crime as a means to prove his superiority and test his theory of the 'extraordinary man'.
  • The character of Porfiry Petrovich serves as a foil to Raskolnikov, representing the law and morality.
  • Sonia Marmeladov, a young prostitute, plays a significant role in Raskolnikov's redemption.
  • Dostoevsky's own experiences with poverty and crime influenced his portrayal of the characters and setting in the novel.
  • The novel is considered one of Dostoevsky's greatest works and a classic of Russian literature.
  • Crime and Punishment has been adapted into numerous films, TV shows, and stage productions.
  • The novel's title reflects its exploration of both the commission of a crime and the psychological torment of the criminal.
  • Dostoevsky's use of stream-of-consciousness narration and complex characterizations influenced later writers like Virginia Woolf and James Joyce.
  • Crime and Punishment is often studied for its philosophical and psychological insights into guilt, suffering, and redemption.
  • The novel is set in St. Petersburg, Russia, during the mid-19th century.
  • Raskolnikov's internal turmoil and moral struggle are central to the novel's plot and themes.
  • Crime and Punishment explores the idea of redemption through suffering and self-awareness.
  • The novel's epilogue offers a glimpse into Raskolnikov's gradual transformation and moral awakening.
  • Dostoevsky's use of religious symbolism and themes in Crime and Punishment reflects his own spiritual beliefs and struggles.
  • Crime and Punishment is considered a seminal work in the genre of psychological fiction.
  • The novel's exploration of crime, guilt, and punishment continues to resonate with readers and scholars today.

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