"Notes from Underground" is a deeply philosophical and psychological work in which the author explores the inner world of a person on the verge of a spiritual crisis. The work focuses on the contradictions of human nature, dissatisfaction with life, and attempts at self-knowledge. The protagonist, a small man dissatisfied with society, recounts his confined existence, reflecting on freedom, morality, and the meaning of life. This confession touches upon many aspects of human existence, offering the reader a unique viewpoint on the essence of the inner "self."