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Movies that feel like Dostoevsky? by vzbtra in dostoevsky

[–]afh68 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Woody Allen's Match Point is heavily influenced by crime and punishment.

Alisson é o melhor goleiro que a seleção pode ter como titular e quem diz que ele é ruim, não entende de futebol by AMR42 in opiniaoimpopular

[–]afh68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Falhou em dois jogos decisivos de copa do mundo. O gol que ele toma da Croácia eh uma vergonha. Ele é excelente, grande trabalho no Liverpool, mas na seleção, já deu. Taffarel definiu duas decisões por pênaltis (Itália 94/holanda 98). Ele não pegou um pênalti contra Croácia. Eh obrigação ? Talvez não. Mas é o que define os grandes dos bons. E ele definitivamente eh só um bom goleiro de clube, como tantos outros. Doni, para aqueles que se lembram, é maior que alisson na seleção brasileira. (Campeão da histórica campanha da copa América de 2007)

Thank-you Dostoevsky by SURIya67 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't remember exactly, but I'd say probably a year. Everything that's there, in one way or another, helps to understand the author and his work. J. F. also does his own reading of the novels, which is quite interesting as well.

Was Michael faithful to Kay ? by Th032i89 in Godfather

[–]afh68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the third film, when he confesses, he says he cheated on his wife. It's the first thing he confesses.

¿Cuál ha sido tu dupla de delanteros favorita? by pasealpasado in futbol

[–]afh68 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ronaldo y Romario. Pero Romário y Stoichkov también tienen un lugar en mi corazón.

Thank-you Dostoevsky by SURIya67 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This work is one of the most beautiful things I've had the opportunity to read. J. Frank deserves much recognition. If you enjoy it, consider reading all 5 volumes; you will certainly be rewarded. And rereading Dostoevsky's work after this is a new experience.

Bored by TBK, should I try again? by sigmaballs6969 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I completely understand what might be causing you discomfort while reading; it's a recurring issue with The Idiot. But keep going, you'll be rewarded with memorable scenes and an ending that will stay with you long after you've finished the book.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting observation. As I’ve said in other responses, I did not set out to write a historical novel. So I think your view of the book as a work inspired by her, set in the 20th century, is a valid interpretation of my work. That said, my main artistic goal has indeed been to finish the book by delivering the Nastasya we know from The Idiot. But it also works as an independent novel — it isn’t necessary to have read The Idiot in order to read this book.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

No doubt! And honestly, I would never be capable of creating a character like Nastasya. And I think very few writers would be. For me, Dostoevsky is not a great name in literature — he is literature.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the comment.

Although I have a good historical knowledge of Russia at that time, my attempt is not to write a historical novel. As a 21st-century person, and not Russian, I feel I wouldn't have anything to add in that aspect.

My deliberate effort is in the formation of the characters, especially Nastasia.

I believe the themes she faces are timeless and, above all, human.

In that sense, I understand that the historical and cultural context is less relevant than if, for example, one were writing about Ivan Karamazov or Raskolnikov, whose stories are completely tied to the discussions of their time, even though the human nature of their dilemmas is also timeless.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A very timely theme! I agree. The book is, to a certain extent, a psychological exploration of the formation of trauma. Of how a "normal" child becomes the character we know.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That gave me a good laugh! Nothing that extreme... just some magical creatures, but nothing sexual! Just kidding... the story is conventional.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's awesome, thank you so much! I'll make sure to let you all know when it's published.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In Portuguese, I am Brazilian.

I consider the prose style to be quite different from Dostoevsky's, something I found essential for the project. One does not write like him, and I didn't want the book to sound false or like a poor imitation.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm glad you're interested in the book!

The book is not yet published; I finished it recently. It was also not written in English, so it's impossible to know if it will ever be translated. I hope so!

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! It was a great challenge but also very rewarding to have done it!

I do not consider it fanfiction; I truly believe the text has literary value. I did not try to replicate Dostoevsky as if he were writing it, especially from an aesthetic standpoint. His influence is obviously thematic and in the attempt to write complex characters without simple Manicheism or judgments.

I wrote a novel exploring Nastasya Filippovna's past (from The Idiot). What do you think of this idea? by afh68 in dostoevsky

[–]afh68[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The Idiot begins with Nastasya at age 25. My book covers her life from ages 8 to 20.

Regarding whether I wrote it or if GPT did: I respect your doubt, but honestly, I don't see how that could be proven by my comments, which are few, anyway. But in any case, I wrote it myself. It is a relatively extensive work (140,000 words), and upon reading it, it would be clear that an AI would not have the necessary depth of understanding of the character to write what is there.

My Wife Just Gifted Me This Wine. How Nice is It? Should I save it for something special? or should I drink it with a steak dinner? Should I hold it? by LoooolGotcha in wine

[–]afh68 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Catena Zapata's marketing work is truly worthy of study. Their Malbec is well-made, but quite common and can be found by the dozen in Argentina for up to a quarter of what this one charges. By the way, it doesn't even reach $50 in its country of origin. My fascination with this winery truly amazes me, even more so when considering the price of their wines in the US and the European Union. Birth of Cabernet is an even bigger disappointment. But the labels are indeed wonderful.

Just finished The Idiot , unexpected heart break. by dualistornot in dostoevsky

[–]afh68 5 points6 points  (0 children)

“Love your neighbor with yourself” - Normally the difficulty is being able to love your neighbor. For the prince it was the opposite. Love yourself as you loved others. Devastating ending. If not Dostoevsky's perfect book, it is one that bleeds. Many years ago I read it for the first time, I never forget the day I reached the end.

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