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The Idiot, written by Fyodor Dostoevsky and published serially from 1868—1869, is a novel that revolves around Prince Myshkin, a benevolent and naive young man who returns to Russian society after a period of treatment for epilepsy. Amidst a complex web of aristocratic relationships, Myshkin encounters love, betrayal, and cunning societal machinations. His innate goodness clashes with the moral decay of those around him, leading to tragic consequences. Dostoevsky's exploration of human nature, morality, and societal conventions makes The Idiot a profound examination of the human psyche within the intricate tapestry of 19th-century Russian society. 

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