"Братья Карамазовы" (The Brothers Karamazov) is a novel written by Russian author Фёдор Достоевский and published in 1880. It explores deep philosophical and moral questions through the lives of the Karamazov family, particularly focusing on the relationships between the three brothers: Дмитрий, Иван, and Алексей. The story delves into themes of faith, free will, and the nature of good and evil. The plot centers around the murder of the brothers' father, Фёдор Павлович Карамазов, and the subsequent investigation and trial. Each brother represents different aspects of human experience and belief, leading to intense moral and existential debates. The novel is considered one of Dostoievsky's masterpieces and a significant work in world literature.