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Part One
Chapter 3
We read the letter she sent Raskolnikov, which
outlines the situation with Dunya and her impending marriage to Luzhin and informs him that they are coming to St Petersburg.
She feels pity towards Svidrigailov: ‘The whole stigma of the affair lay as an indelible stain on her husband as the chief culprit — so much so that I am even able to pity him: people have dealt too harshly with this madcap fool.’
She explains the marriage proposal and describes her opinion of Luzhin. It’s not particularly favourable, but she sees it as a good match for Dunya and a potential opportunity for Raskolnikov’s advancement.