The Idiot is a novel written by Fyodor Dostoevsky that follows the story of Prince Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin, a young man who returns to Russia after spending several years in a Swiss sanatorium. Myshkin is portrayed as a kind and compassionate individual, but his innocence and naivety often lead him into difficult situations.
As the story unfolds, Myshkin becomes entangled in a love triangle with two women, Nastasya Filippovna and Aglaya Yepanchin. Nastasya is a troubled woman with a dark past, while Aglaya is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is drawn to Myshkin's purity.
Throughout the novel, The Idiot explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of human nature. Myshkin's inability to navigate the social norms and expectations of Russian society ultimately leads to his downfall, highlighting the destructive power of innocence in a corrupt world.