Volume III Special Issue III March 2023

Name of Author : Dr. Manisha B. Kale

Title of the paper : Alienation to Existentialism in Dostoevskys The Idiot

Abstract: Existentialism has played a significant role in the twentieth century as humanity struggles to come to grips with new challenges. The threat of sudden nuclear destruction the overwhelming loss of community brought about by increased social mobility the disintegration of the family -- all have reinforced mans sense of alienation and fear. Existentialism, which freely admits these situations and offers no palliative, has been considered to be a rather dismal philosophy for dismal times. The present article aims to discuss the representation of Existentialism in Fyodor Dostoevskys The Idiot.

Keywords : Existentialism, Humanity, Nihilism, Utilitarianism, Culture

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Page Number : 1-4