The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

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This seminal work revolves around the ill-fated story of Fyodor Palvovich Karamazov and his three sons: Dmitri, Ivan, and Alyosha Karamazov. Fyodor, well known for being selfish, vulgar, and a terrible father, falls into a conflict with his eldest son over inheritance. However, it turns out that they have more to quarrel about as they both share the same interest over a beautiful young woman named Grushenka.

The three brothers, being entirely different in mind and spirit, get entangled in familial conflicts while dealing with doubt and questions about faith and human existence.

The philosophical novel is a great read that ensures valuable learning on acceptance and forgiveness.