1. Suffering and Redemption
Fyodor Dostoyevsky endured many hardships in his lifetime, and illustrated the lessons he learned through his novel "Crime and Punishment." ... When Katerina Ivanovna's first husband dies, she marries Marmeladov out of desperation because he is her only hope. ... Once Marmeladov dies, Katerina dreams she can open a prestigious boarding school. ... Even though the book ends before Raskolnikov is free from prison, she knows has a second chance at life like Lazarus. ...
- Word Count: 931
- Approx Pages: 4
- Grade Level: High School