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RaskolnikovA hungry, poorly dressed man who pawns his father’s watch while rehearsing a frightening plan.First seen in chapter 1
Alyona IvanovnaA pawnbroker whose rooms, keys, and solitude Raskolnikov studies during his visit.First seen in chapter 1
SoniaMarmeladov’s daughter, whose yellow ticket prevents her from living with his family.First seen in chapter 2
Katerina IvanovnaMarmeladov’s distressed wife, living with children in a household harmed by his drinking.First seen in chapter 2
MarmeladovA drinking man who tells Raskolnikov how he spends money his family needs.First seen in chapter 2
DouniaRaskolnikov’s sister, whose engagement to Luzhin promises help for her brother.First seen in chapter 3
SvidrigaïlovA man who pursues Dounia, leading Marfa Petrovna to blame and dismiss her.First seen in chapter 3
Pyotr Petrovitch LuzhinDounia’s fiancé, whose marriage is presented as a source of help for Raskolnikov.First seen in chapter 3
Pulcheria RaskolnikovRaskolnikov’s mother, who writes to him about Dounia’s mistreatment and engagement.First seen in chapter 3
NastasyaShe brings Raskolnikov food and warns him about his unpaid rent.First seen in chapter 3
RazumihinRaskolnikov’s university friend, whom he remembers intending to visit.First seen in chapter 4
LizavetaA woman whose appointment away from home will leave Alyona Ivanovna alone.First seen in chapter 5
NikolayA painter suspected of the murders after pawning earrings and fleeing questioning.First seen in chapter 11
Porfiry PetrovitchThe man Raskolnikov plans to visit about his pawned ring and watch.First seen in chapter 18

Chapter 1
Raskolnikov pawns his father’s watch and studies Alyona Ivanovna’s apartment while rehearsing an unnamed plan.
Chapter 2
Raskolnikov hears Marmeladov describe his family’s poverty, helps him home, and leaves money.
Chapter 3
His mother’s letter announces Dounia’s engagement to Luzhin, leaving Raskolnikov angry and distressed.
Chapter 5
Raskolnikov rejects his murder plan after a disturbing dream, then learns Alyona Ivanovna will be alone.
Chapter 7
Raskolnikov murders Alyona Ivanovna and Lizaveta, steals valuables, and narrowly escapes the apartment.
Chapter 8
Summoned over a debt, Raskolnikov faints when officers discuss the murders and fears they suspect him.
Chapter 9
Raskolnikov hides the stolen valuables beneath a courtyard stone and rejects Razumihin’s offer of translation work.
Chapter 14
Marmeladov dies after being struck by a carriage, and Raskolnikov gives money to his family.
Chapter 19
Porfiry questions Raskolnikov about his movements and his theory that exceptional people may justify bloodshed.
Chapter 22
Dounia ends her engagement after Luzhin’s demands and insults expose his expectation of obedience.
Chapter 23
Raskolnikov insists on separating from his family and entrusts their care to Razumihin.
Chapter 24
Raskolnikov asks Sonia to read about Lazarus and promises to identify Lizaveta’s killer while Svidrigaïlov secretly listens.
Chapter 26
Nikolay interrupts Porfiry’s questioning by confessing to the murders, but Porfiry doubts his account.
Chapter 29
Luzhin accuses Sonia of theft, but Lebeziatnikov reveals that Luzhin secretly placed the money in her pocket.
Chapter 30
Raskolnikov confesses the murders to Sonia, who promises support and urges him to surrender.
Chapter 31
Katerina Ivanovna makes her children perform in the street, collapses, and dies in Sonia’s room.
Chapter 33
Porfiry directly accuses Raskolnikov of murder and urges a voluntary confession before arrest.
Chapter 36
Svidrigaïlov pressures Dounia in his rooms; she wounds him with a revolver, and he eventually releases her.
Chapter 37
Svidrigaïlov gives away money, spends a troubled night in a hotel, and shoots himself at dawn.
Chapter 38
Raskolnikov says goodbye to his mother and tells Dounia he intends to surrender while still defending the killing.
Chapter 39
Raskolnikov accepts Sonia’s cross, goes to the police, and confesses after briefly turning away.
Chapter 40
Sentenced to eight years in Siberia, Raskolnikov receives Sonia’s support and eventually acknowledges his love for her.
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