A Gripping Tale of Betrayal, Guilt, and the Burden of the Past
Tell us what's wrong and we'll take a look.
Thanks – we got it. We'll review and follow up if needed.
How far would you go to escape the ghost of your past?
In The Permanent Husband, Fyodor Dostoevsky presents a deeply psychological and morally complex narrative about a man consumed by jealousy, regret, and the inability to move forward. Pavel Pavlovich, upon learning of his wife's infidelity, becomes fixated on the man she truly loved. Fueled by his wounded pride and an overwhelming desire for revenge, he sets out on a course that will only deepen his own suffering.
As his obsession takes hold, Pavel finds himself trapped between hatred and self-pity, unable to break free from the past that haunts him. Through his journey, Dostoevsky explores the destructiveness of resentment, the pain of lost love, and the tragic consequences of clinging to old wounds.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
More than just a story of jealousy, The Permanent Husband is a powerful meditation on the burdens of the past, the human need for redemption, and the struggle to let go.
Can a man ever truly free himself from his own regrets?
Get your copy today and experience one of Dostoevsky's most gripping and underrated works.
Fyodor Dostoevsky wrote The Brothers Karamazov, Crime and Punishment, The Idiot, and many other novels.
Readwise Books is an ebook & audiobook platform that automatically logs how much you and your friends read, making it fun and easy to read more. Learn more →
Enter your email to continue. We'll create your account if you're new here.