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The narrative centers on Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor entangled in a passionate love for his benefactor's daughter, leading him to gamble at a local casino. His initial success spirals into a cycle of fortune and despair, mirroring Dostoevsky's own struggles with gambling. The novel delves into themes of obsession and the human psyche against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. Renowned for his psychological depth, Dostoevsky's work continues to captivate readers, making this volume essential for fans of his literature and the short story form.
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The Gambler, Fjodor Michailowitsch Dostojewski
- Language
- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- The Gambler
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Read & Co. Classics
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 178
- ISBN13
- 9781528708227
- Category
- Fiction, Psychology
- Description
- The narrative centers on Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor entangled in a passionate love for his benefactor's daughter, leading him to gamble at a local casino. His initial success spirals into a cycle of fortune and despair, mirroring Dostoevsky's own struggles with gambling. The novel delves into themes of obsession and the human psyche against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia. Renowned for his psychological depth, Dostoevsky's work continues to captivate readers, making this volume essential for fans of his literature and the short story form.