Dostoevsky's crowning life work, The Brothers Karamazov, stands among the best novels in world literature. The book probes the possible role of four brothers in the unresolved murder of their father, Fyodor Karamazov. At the same time, it carefully explores the personalities and inclinations of the brothers themselves. Their psyches together represent the full spectrum of human nature, the continuum of faith and doubt. Ultimately, this novel seeks to understand the real meaning of existence and includes much beneficial philosophical and spiritual discussion that moves the reader towards faith. Abridged by Thomas Beyer. 2 MP3s. Narrated by Simon Vance.