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Dostoevsky's Philosophy

Dostoevsky is as much a philosopher as he is a novelist. But unlike a philosopher, his arguments are developed between the conflicting points of view of his characters.

In this book, you’ll find twelve of Dostoevsky’s most fundamental themes, each containing two powerful quotations and two competing passages from different characters across his major works. The “challenge” presents a provocative point of view, and the “response” counters it with an alternate perspective. 

Punctuated with 12 bold illustrations, this giftable pocket edition serves as both an introduction and an invitation to one of our most passionate, brilliant, and deeply human authors.

DETAILS

  • Pocket Edition: W 4.5 in x L 6 in
  • 96 pages
  • Original artwork by award-winning illustrator, Evan Robertson
  • Softcover, FSC-certified uncoated paper with vegetable-based inks
  • Designed and printed in the USA
  • Published by Obvious State
  • Cover art available HERE
  • 3 books for $30 — Use code 3BOOKS at checkout
$ 12.00

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About Us

Obvious State is a creative studio and publisher founded by Nichole and Evan Robertson in 2011.

We make bold, illustrated editions and fine art drawn from the classics.

Our books and prints are available in our shop and in bookstores and boutiques nationwide.

Our work has been featured at The Folger Shakespeare Library, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The American Writers Museum, The Emily Dickinson Museum, The Library of Congress, The Getty Museum, The Museum of Contemporary Art and more.

One artist. Over 150 original works. All drawn from the classics.

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Every piece rewards a second look. Or a third.

Provocative visuals paired with punctuated language, full of surprising visual metaphors, subtext, and insider nudges that reveal themselves slowly.

Books are the original smart device

Our pocket editions are portable art objects made to collect, share, and inspire moments of quiet reflection in an overstimulated digital world.

In Pursuit of Wisdom & Beauty

We’re drawn to language that has stood the test of time, insights that strike a chord, poetry that stretches the imagination, and philosophy that prompts critical thinking.