Fyodor Dostoevsky – Intense enjoyments in despair Share this quote: In despair there are the most intense enjoyments, especially when one is very acutely conscious of the hopelessness of one’s position. – Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) Is this quotation insightful, though-provoking, useful? Click on a star to rate it! Submit Rating Average rating 0 / 5. Vote count: 0