Comment on Sophia's reaction

Wendell Pfeffer

10/27/13

Comment on Sophia Waterhouse Reaction

            Sophia brings up some great valid points in her latest reading of the novel. Sophia you do mention that Raskolnikov’s guilt is impacting “his health heavily.” I do agree with you but I also think that there are other factors associated with his health. Such as the fear of him getting caught. I really think he’s almost passed the stage of guilt. I mean he does feel guilty for killing Lizaveta because she was innocent but the consequences he could face are real. He can’t imagine what would happen to him if he were caught. Right now I think he’s fine due to the fact that the police are blaming the murder on the painter, but eventually I think he is going to get the “punishment” he deserves. I also agree with your comment about the painter. Why is the painter making it seem like he committed the murder. Yes he was there but there should be no reason he should seem “nervous” or “guilty throughout the whole chapter, especially when they question him.” I agree with Sofia that the painter should stand up for himself and not let himself be pummeled by the police. If I were in his position I would not be nervous because I would know for a fact that I am innocent. Another question that Sofia brought up - why is no one suspecting Raskolnikov committed the murder? I think its because currently he is with the people that care about him. Unfortunately for him this will change, he is now listed at the police and his fear/guilt will get him caught.