The Idiot, written by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is a complex and introspective Russian romance novel. The story follows Prince Myshkin, a kind-hearted and naive man, as he navigates the intricacies of Russian society. Along the way, he becomes entangled in a love triangle with two women: Nastasya Filippovna and Aglaya Yepanchin. Dostoevsky's exploration of love, morality, and human nature makes The Idiot a profound and thought-provoking read.