Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a powerful psychological novel about guilt, morality, poverty, and redemption. The story follows Rodion Raskolnikov, a troubled former student in St. Petersburg who commits a terrible crime after convincing himself that extraordinary individuals may stand above ordinary moral laws. As fear, isolation, and remorse begin to consume him, his encounters with the compassionate Sonya force him to confront the consequences of his actions. Through intense inner conflict and unforgettable characters, Dostoevsky examines justice, conscience, suffering, faith, and the possibility of spiritual renewal.