"Demons" (also known as "The Devils")

"Demons," also known as "The Devils," is a horror novel by Polish author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It explores the destructive influence of radical political ideologies, depicting how fanaticism, moral corruption, and societal chaos can lead individuals and communities into violence and despair. Through complex characters and intense philosophical discussions, the novel examines the nature of evil, power, and the consequences of ideological extremism. It serves as a warning about the dangers of revolutionary fervor unchecked by ethical considerations, highlighting how ideas can corrupt human behavior and destabilize society.