The Question and Answer section for The Brothers Karamazov is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel.
Check out Gradesaver's theme page for the unit, specifically, the section titled, Christianity's Place in Society
Fyodor is the patriarch of the Karamazov family. A cruel and miserly man, he is also a misanthrope and narcissist. He plans to use his formidable fortune to marry Grushenka. Fyodor embodies "Karamazovism," that family trait of the Karamazovs...
Fyodor’s oldest son (whose mother is Adelaida). He is impulsive and quick to anger like his father, but he has a faith in God that Fyodor does not share. He is convicted of killing Fyodor.
Fyodor’s second son (his first by Sofia). He is...
