Fyodor Dostoevsky

Born on November 11th (Old Style) to Dr. Mikhail Dostoevsky and Maria Dostoevskaya (née Nechayeva). He was the first of two brothers, with his older brother Mikhail born in the same year.

Decembrist revolt occurred in Russia, a failed uprising against the Tsar's rule that led to widespread repression and execution of its members.

Dostoevsky's father sends him to a French boarding school and then to the Chermak boarding school, marking a significant change in his educational journey.

Summer trips to father's estate in Kashirsky District, Tula Governorate provide Dostoevsky with a unique environment that shapes his literary tastes.

Dostoevsky's mother, Maria Dostoevskaya, passed away when he was 15 years old, leaving him an orphan.

Dostoevsky's mother dies of tuberculosis on February 27th, leaving him and his family members to cope with the loss.

With family members' help, Dostoevsky enters the academy, while his brother Mikhail is refused admission due to health concerns.

Dostoevsky's father passes away on June 16th, and he begins to exhibit signs of epilepsy possibly around this time.

In the mid-1840s, Dostoevsky wrote his first novel, 'Poor Folk', marking a significant milestone in his literary career.

Dostoevsky had an affair with Avdotya Panaeva in the early 1840s. He was deeply infatuated with her but ultimately ended the relationship due to his own personal struggles and emotional turmoil. This short-lived romance left a lasting impact on Dostoevsky's life, shaping his views on love and relationships. The exact details of this affair are not specified in the text.

Fyodor Dostoevsky was born in Moscow, Russia to a noble family, marking the beginning of his life that would shape him into one of literature's most renowned writers.

During the 1840s, Western thought and values had a profound impact on Dostoevsky's life and writing, as he was exposed to new ideas and perspectives that challenged traditional Russian Orthodoxy. This exposure influenced his exploration of philosophical and moral themes in his works.

Dostoevsky took a job as a lieutenant engineer in St. Petersburg, Russia, where he would begin his career and later use as inspiration for his writing.

In June and July of that year, Dostoevsky published his first completed literary work, a translation of Honoré de Balzac's novel Eugénie Grandet in the Repertoire and Pantheon journal, marking an early success as a writer.

Dostoevsky completed his first novel, Poor Folk, which would go on to be published later that year.

On January 30, Dostoevsky's second novel, The Double, was published in Notes of the Fatherland, showcasing his growing literary skills and gaining recognition as a writer.

Dostoevsky began planning his novel Netochka Nezvanova, which would explore themes of identity and morality in late imperial Russia.

Wilhelm Wolfsohn published parts of Poor Folk in a magazine.

Dostoevsky joined the Petrashevsky Circle, a secret revolutionary society that discussed freedom from censorship and abolition of serfdom, but harboured doubts about its actions.

Dostoevsky was arrested and charged with belonging to the banned Petrashevsky Circle, a group of radical intellectuals.

The first parts of Netochka Nezvanova were published, while members of the Petrashevsky Circle, including Dostoevsky, were denounced to Liprandi and subsequently arrested on April 23rd.

Dostoevsky was arrested and imprisoned for participating in the Petrashevsky Circle, a group of intellectuals who advocated for social change and criticized the Russian government's handling of serfdom and political repression.

After being sentenced to death for his involvement with revolutionary groups, Fyodor Dostoevsky was given a temporary reprieve and sent to Siberia, where he spent nearly four years in prison before being exiled to Omsk.

Dostoevsky traveled to Ukraine and Russia for spiritual pilgrimages, seeking guidance from his faith in a time of great turmoil.

Due to his involvement with the Petrashevsky Circle, Dostoevsky was sentenced to death but commuted it to four years of imprisonment in Siberia.

Dostoevsky was released from prison after serving his sentence and began to rebuild his life in Russia.

After arrest, abortion, and imprisonment, Fyodor Dostoevsky focused intensely on Christ and the New Testament, affirming his faith despite personal turmoil.

Fyodor Dostoevsky married his first wife, Maria Isayeva, but the marriage was short-lived due to her death from tuberculosis a year later.

Dostoevsky served his sentence in the Siberian prison camp, where he reflected on his past and began writing 'Notes from Underground', a novella that would later become one of his most famous works.

Served time in the Siberian Army Corps of the Seventh Line Battalion.

After completing his sentence, Dostoevsky was released from prison and served six years of compulsory military service in exile as punishment for his past activities.

Dostoevsky returned to Russia and began working as a journalist, publishing several magazines, including 'A Writer's Diary', which became a platform for him to express his literary views.

Dostoevsky discovered Pochvennichestvo, a philosophical movement that emphasized the importance of Christianity and rejected Western European culture and contemporary philosophical ideas, shaping his own views on spirituality and morality.

The rise of nihilism in Russia during the 1860s had a significant impact on Dostoevsky's writing, as he sought to address the growing disillusionment with traditional values and institutions. This period saw the emergence of radical ideas that questioned the very foundations of faith, morality, and society.

Met Pyotr Semyonov and Shokan Walikhanuli in Semipalatinsk.

Dostoevsky began an intimate relationship with Polina Suslova during the winter of 1862-1863. Their tumultuous romance was marked by his struggles with addiction and her own imperfections, which he deemed unbearable for him to tolerate. Despite their passion, Dostoevsky ultimately ended the relationship due to his inability to cope with the demands she made on him.

After being released from prison, Fyodor Dostoevsky returned to Russia and began working as a civil servant in Saint Petersburg, where he spent much of his life.

Rented houses with Baron Alexander Egorovich Wrangel in the Cossack Garden outside Semipalatinsk.

His marriage proposal was initially refused by Maria, citing financial difficulties and incompatible characters.

Dostoevsky began exchanging letters with Russian-born Martha Brown (Chlebnikova) in November 1864. Their correspondence provided Dostoevsky with a sense of comfort and companionship during a difficult period in his life. The exact nature of their relationship is not specified in the text.

Dostoevsky met Anna Korvin-Krukovskaya in 1865. This chance encounter would mark a turning point in his life, as he began to explore the possibility of remarriage and rekindling his love for another woman.

Published the first two parts of Crime and Punishment in January and February 1866 in The Russian Messenger,

Fyodor Dostoevsky read Crime and Punishment, which significantly influenced the themes and ideas in his subsequent novel 'Notes from Underground'.

Completed The Gambler after 26 days' work with the help of Anna Grigoryevna Snitkina's shorthand on October 30th, 1866.

Dostoevsky married Anna Grigorievna Dostoevskaya in 1867. This union brought stability and peace to his life, but also marked a significant turning point in his personal history, as he began to build a new family and establish himself as a devoted husband.

Conceived Sofya in Baden-Baden and born on March 5th, 1868, in Geneva.

Serialisation of The Idiot began in The Russian Messenger in January, marking Dostoevsky's growing literary presence and reputation.

The Principality of Serbia gained independence from the Ottoman Empire, a development that would have significant implications for Dostoevsky's worldview and Pan-Slavic ideology.

Published the final part of The Idiot in February 1869,

Dostoevsky traveled from Dresden to Berlin by train with his family, during which he burnt several manuscripts, including those of The Idiot, due to financial struggles and a desire for creative renewal.

Dostoevsky was taken to court for citing Prince Meshchersky's words without permission. The incident occurred when Dostoevsky used the prince's phrase in a lecture, which led to a lawsuit against him and his publisher.

Dostoevsky was taken to court again due to a dispute over copyright infringement with Prince Meshchersky. The second court appearance highlighted Dostoevsky's struggles with the Russian bureaucracy and intellectual property rights.

In late July, Dostoevsky returned to Saint Petersburg from Ems, where he had been visiting for treatment of his health issues. The journey marked a significant return to his home city after several months away.

The family, including Dostoevsky and his son Alexey, returned to Saint Petersburg in mid-September after spending the winter in Staraya Russa. This marked an end to a prolonged absence from the city due to health issues.

Dostoevsky's son Alexey was born on August 10, 1875. The birth of his child brought joy and new responsibilities to Dostoevsky, who had been struggling with health problems for some time.

A brutal uprising by Slavic populations in South-Eastern Serbia and Bulgaria against Ottoman overlords resulted in an estimated 12,000 deaths, further solidifying Dostoevsky's support for the Pan-Slavic movement.

Had four epileptic seizures in March 1877, which would have a lasting impact on his health and writing schedule.

Dostoevsky wrote a letter to Arkady Kovner addressing accusations of antisemitism, showcasing his complex and nuanced stance on issues of identity and cultural affiliation.

During the Russo-Turkish War, Dostoevsky asserted that war might be necessary for salvation, reflecting his deeply held conviction in the importance of struggle and conflict as a means to achieve spiritual growth and liberation.

Received an honorary certificate from the Russian Academy of Sciences in February 1879, recognizing his contributions to literature and society.

Made his fourth and final visit to Ems in early August 1879, marking a significant turning point in his life and writing career.

Marie von Thilo translated Dostoevsky's works into English for the first time, marking an important milestone in Dostoevsky's literary legacy.