The Brothers Karamazov Audiobook

" The Yul Brenner movie adaption was very close to capturing the power and glory of this book "

" Certainly the chef d'oeuvre of Dostoyevsky. The best part of the book would be the importance given to the personality of each character. Highly exhaustive to read, and definitely worthwhile. With the reader having close knowledge on all the characters, the premise gets a new beauty. Such a trait can hardly be seen in any other literary work. "

" It was lengthy but it was a classic. Good read. "

" The Shelf: Accepted. Favored Author. "

" I heart Dostoyevsky and this was definitely a good book with all the story lines and plots. I have to say I prefer Crime & Punishment on the margin... "

" Everyone has to read this book!! Simply the best of Russian literature with chapters that knock your socks off on religion, etc... I love the characters, the history- the story... "

" I have loved this book since 7th grade . I chose to read it and have loved the beautiful tragedy that is portrayed non too delicately in this classic. Dostoevsky has been a favorite of mine ever since "

" Beautiful story and sub stories. Some parts of the book were a drag (for example that debate about the role of religion and religious institutions; yes it was interesting, but it dragged a bit) and some parts were absolutely gorgeous. "

" Amazingly tedious. Very few redeeming qualities. I suppose for its time it was revolutionary in its approach to theology, and I'm sure the world is a better place for this book having been written, but I don't see much reason to read it any longer. "

" Not loving this book makes me feel like I've done something wrong. "

" Aloysha, The Grand Inquisitor, spiritual fathers, and what it means to love humankind and to love truly are all tidbits that add up to greatness in this. Life-changer for me. "

" Dostoyevsky at his best. Stunning. "

" read again..ah..a medley of human passions.. "

" This is not a novel, it's more like a psychology text book. Plus the russian names get stuck in my head worse than catchy pop music. "

" It's long. Interesting and vivid portrait of humanity and divinity, of what is good and bad. "

" Did not like this book as much as his others but a good read nonetheless. "

" In my opinion, this is the best book ever written -- utterly compelling. "

" Brilliant, lively, playful even, telling of collective spiritual death. "

" Classic! Courtroom Drama, love triangle and most impressive apologetics vs. counter apologetics:) "

" I enjoyed this more than any I have read. It examined the philosophies of the major characters in good depth with most influence on beliefs in God. The hero Aloysha was very honest and his brother Dmitri, although honest, was worldly. The end was a bit depressing. "

" I had a version translated straight from Russian so it was a bit hard to understand at times but over all a good book "

" I read this a long time ago - need to get a new copy, actually. Absolutely marvelous, like everything Dostoyevsky ever wrote. "

" Quite simply, the greatest philosophical novel and work apart from the Holy Bible. "

" One of the most important books I've ever read, and one with profound significance for the twentieth century. "

" The best novel I have ever red "

" one of the best books of all times. "

" Absolutely stunning! The whole book should be quoted! "

" Great insight into the life of Russians a century ago, very interesting read "

" Most likely my favorite book of all time. Check out the chapter "The Grand Inquisitor" for some real intellectual mind blowing truth. "

" Beautiful....so many reflections and lessons. Seems like the world hasn't change since those years. Human nature still remain intact. "

" Best book ever written! I'll marry the man who also likes it... "

" must read for anyone interested in politics and religion "

" GReat book by great author. Long winded but extremely good. Characters are developed very well. "

" One of the five best books fictional dramas I have read to date. This book cemented the author as my second favourite writer of all time. I cannot recommend it highly enough. "

" Review posted on my blog: Timthast.blogspot.com "

" Very good book indeed. A little slow and hard to concentrate on at times - maybe to do with the translation, but full of little gems. "