Analyzing Themes of Isolation in Moby Dick and Dostoevsky's Major Works: A Comparative Study

1. Introduction 2. Literary Context 2.1. Overview of "Moby Dick" 2.2. Overview of Dostoevsky's Major Works 2.3. Historical and Cultural Background 3. The Concept of Isolation 3.1. Definition and Interpretation 3.2. Psychological Aspects 3.3. Social and Cultural Dimensions 4. Isolation in "Moby Dick" 4.1. Character Analysis 4.2. Narrative Techniques 4.3. Symbolism and Themes 5. Isolation in Dostoevsky's Works 5.1. Character Analysis 5.2. Narrative Techniques 5.3. Symbolism and Themes 6. Comparative Analysis 6.1. Similarities in Themes 6.2. Differences in Perception 6.3. Influence of Authors' Context 7. The Role of Nature and Society 7.1. Natural Isolation in "Moby Dick" 7.2. Societal Alienation in Dostoevsky 7.3. Interconnections Between Both 8. Conclusions and Implications 8.1. Summary of Findings 8.2. Literary Significance 8.3. Future Research Directions