Notes from the Underground

Exploring existential themes, the narrative features the "Underground Man," who offers a sarcastic and introspective account of his life on his own terms. Set against the backdrop of a city's underbelly, the novel presents a rich tapestry of thought-provoking ideas and elegant prose. Written by Fyodor Dostoevsky in 1864, it remains strikingly relevant, marking it as the first existentialist novel that delves into the complexities of human nature and societal norms.