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Mentioned in 5 episodes

A Gentle Creature

A Fantastic Story

Book • 2016

Fyodor Dostoevsky

In 'A Gentle Creature', Dostoevsky crafts a poignant narrative through the voice of a pawnbroker reflecting on his tumultuous marriage to a young woman.

The story explores the complexities of their relationship, marked by control, silence, and ultimately, tragedy.

It is a powerful character study that probes the depths of human psychology and the consequences of unchecked power.

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Mentioned in 5 episodes

Mentioned by

Matt Fradd

as an example of a novella, something manageable to start reading with.

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Recommended by

Matt Fradd

for its beauty and emotional impact, taking approximately 4-5 hours to read.

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Mentioned by

Matt Fradd

as a book that had a profound impact on him, describing it as a story where every husband should read it.

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Mentioned by

Matt Fradd

as a novella that broke him.

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Matt Fradd

when discussing books he has read.

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Mentioned by

Soraya Darabi

as one of her favorite books.

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