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The Dream of a Ridiculous Man
The Dream of a Ridiculous Man

The Dream of a Ridiculous Man

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This adaptation delves into themes of existentialism, self-discovery, and societal critique. It presents a deep and often introspective look at the protagonist's internal struggles and philosophical reflections. Readers should be prepared for a narrative that engages with complex and potentially unsettling ideas about life, identity, and morality.

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Total Words 8599
Unique Words 1595
Reading Ease
Total Words 7568
Unique Words 1374
Reading Ease
Total Words 5689
Unique Words 1071
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Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian

The Dream of a Ridiculous Man

About the Author

Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) was a prominent Russian novelist and philosopher, renowned for his profound explorations of the human psyche and societal issues. His works, including Crime and Punishment and The Brothers Karamazov, are celebrated for their psychological depth and moral complexity, reflecting his keen insights into the struggles and contradictions of human existence.

Story Overview

Immerse yourself in the thought-provoking world of "The Dream of a Ridiculous Man," an excerpt from Short Stories by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, with our leveled reading adaptation. Set in 19th-century Russia, this compelling narrative follows a disillusioned man who, through a vivid dream, undergoes a profound journey of self-reflection and transformation. Dostoyevsky’s masterful storytelling explores themes of existential crisis, redemption, and the search for meaning, providing a deep and philosophical examination of human nature and societal values.

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Synchronized Materials

Each text is broken down into numbered passages, synchronized across all versions, enabling every student to follow along in class discussions, regardless of the reading level they are using.

Passage numbers are available in the web reader and in the margins of our paperback copies.

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The author's original words are always just a tap away. Easily reference the original language of any one of our leveled readers by visiting our web application and jumping to the corresponding passage.