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Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) was a Russian novelist, short story writer, essayist, and journalist. He is best known for his novels "Crime and Punishment," "The Idiot," "Demons," and "The Brothers Karamazov." His works delve deeply into human psychology, exploring themes of morality, free will, and the human condition. Dostoyevsky faced numerous personal hardships, including a mock execution, imprisonment in Siberia, struggles with epilepsy and gambling addiction. Despite these challenges, his profound insights into the human psyche have made him one of the most influential writers in world literature. He was born on November 11, 1821, in Moscow. He passed away on February 9, 1881, in St. Petersburg. He left behind a legacy that continues to resonate with readers today.
A man who lies to himself, and believes his own lies, becomes unable to recognize truth, either in himself or in anyone else, and he ends up losing respect for himself and for others.
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