For a more in-depth look at Raskolnikov, his solipsism, and his final, almost miraculous transformation,
(he goes from obsessing over self-actualization to seeing his worth in how someone else loves and sees him), Marilyn Simon's article in Quillette is worth a read:
Excellent and thought-provoking. Thanks for these insights, Curtis!
For a more in-depth look at Raskolnikov, his solipsism, and his final, almost miraculous transformation,
(he goes from obsessing over self-actualization to seeing his worth in how someone else loves and sees him), Marilyn Simon's article in Quillette is worth a read:
https://quillette.com/2023/01/31/crime-and-punishment-and-redemption/?ref=quillette-newsletter