The Idiot
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Prince Myshkin, a compassionate and guileless man, returns to Russia after years in a Swiss sanatorium. He finds himself entangled in the complex social and emotional lives of a wealthy St. Petersburg family, particularly the beautiful but tormented Nastasya Filippovna and the proud, passionate Aglaya Yepanchina. Myshkin's inherent goodness and his inability to navigate the deceitful world around him lead to tragic misunderstandings and profound suffering for all involved.
Learn English with The Idiot
- Suits learners around level B1: you read the original, not a simplified retelling.
- 10,213 distinct words, each one a tap away from your personal vocabulary list.
- Read in English, glance at the translation under any sentence you are unsure of, and listen to natural read-aloud voices to train your ear.
How it works
- Open the book: no installation, it reads in the browser on any device.
- Read a sentence in English. Its translation sits right under it, so you never lose the thread.
- Tap a word for its meaning and save it; listen to the chapter read aloud.
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Questions about this book
Can I read The Idiot in English for free?
Yes. The first chapters of The Idiot open without an account, with the translation, audio and dictionary included. A free account unlocks the rest of the book.
How much English do I need?
The text is estimated at level B1. Because every sentence has its translation underneath, lower levels can follow along too.
Is there audio?
Yes. Each chapter can be read aloud by a natural-sounding voice while the current sentence is highlighted.
