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  CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BOOK Crime and Punishment Summary Crime and Punishment – Summary Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a psychological novel set in 19th-century St. Petersburg, Russia. The story follows Rodion Raskolnikov , a destitute ex-student who believes certain individuals have the moral right to commit crimes for the greater good. He tests his theory by murdering a greedy pawnbroker, Alyona Ivanovna , and unintentionally kills her innocent sister, Lizaveta , as well. Haunted by guilt and confusion, Raskolnikov becomes increasingly paranoid. He tries to rationalize his actions but sinks into isolation and moral despair. During this time, he meets Sonia Marmeladov , a poor but compassionate woman forced into prostitution to support her family. Her deep religious faith and selflessness eventually influence Raskolnikov's journey toward confession and redemption. Meanwh...