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Dostoevesky's Crime and Punishment is known as the first psychological thriller and a critique of 19th-century Russian society. The narrator of a hauntingly bleak video sets forth a case for reading the infamous novel.
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Instructional Ideas
- Ask individuals to craft an essay in which they evaluate whether the narrator has provided a convincing argument for the reading of Crime and Punishment
- Use the video to introduce a reading of the novel
Classroom Considerations
- The video is more of a plot summary than an analysis
- The novel would hold the greatest appeal for high school seniors and college-level readers
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- The resource includes the video, a comprehension check, links to related resources, and a discussion question
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