Terras (emeritus, Slavic languages, comparative literature, Brown U.) has written a new preface for this reprint of his magisterial 1981 work. The companion consists of an introduction to the novel, discussion of the process of its creation, and a critical interpretation with regard to Dostoevsky's life and his religious and political beliefs. The bulk of the book is devoted to a reader's guide, which provides detailed annotation to the entire novel. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)