Crime and Punishment

 

The protagonist, Raskolnikov, is a character tormented by his economic situation and his nihilistic vision of the world. Convinced of his own intellectual superiority, he comes to the conclusion that extraordinary men have the right to commit crimes for the greater good. With this idea in mind, he plans and carries out the murder of an old usurer named Aliona Ivanovna. 

After the crime, Raskolnikov is plunged into a state of mental confusion and guilt. As the story progresses, he suffers emotional breakdowns and delusions. On the other hand, he also meets Sonia Marmeládova, a young prostitute to whom he reveals his crime. Deeply religious Sonia becomes his confidante and encourages him to confess and accept responsibility for his actions.

Throughout the novel, Raskolnikov is haunted by the police investigation and plagued by his own emotions. Eventually, he is confronted by a detective named Porfirio Petrovich, who suspects his involvement in the murder. The tension rises and Raskolnikov is forced to confront his guilt and regret. 

Finally, Raskolnikov decides to turn himself in to justice and confesses his crime. The novel concludes with his sentence to eight years of hard labor in Siberia. Throughout his time in prison, Raskolnikov undergoes a process of redemption and reflection, eventually finding inner peace.

In summary, "Crime and Punishment" can be analyzed from the perspective of critical thinking and media literacy. The novel shows the critical thought process of the main character and also examines the role of the media in society and how they can influence public perception. These themes invite readers to reflect on the importance of questioning, evaluating and understanding the information we receive, as well as being aware of the influence of the media on our lives.