About the book
In this dark and compelling short novel, Fyodor Dostoevsky tells the story of Alexey Ivanovitch, a young tutor working in the household of an imperious Russian general. Alexey tries to break through the wall of the established order in Russia, but instead becomes mired in the endless downward spiral of betting and loss. His intense and inescapable addiction is accentuated by his affair with the General’s cruel yet seductive niece, Polina. In The Gambler, Dostoevsky reaches the heights of drama with this stunning psychological portrait.
Editions of The Gambler
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780812966930
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307432247
- Audiobook
- ISBN 9780736639033
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In this dark and compelling short novel, Fyodor Dostoevsky tells the story of Alexey Ivanovitch, a young tutor working in the household of an imperious Russian general. Alexey tries to break through the wall of the established order in Russia, but instead becomes mired in the endless downward spiral of betting and loss. His intense and inescapable addiction is accentuated by his affair with the General’s cruel yet seductive niece, Polina. In The Gambler, Dostoevsky reaches the heights of drama with this stunning psychological portrait.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gambler about?
In this dark and compelling short novel, Fyodor Dostoevsky tells the story of Alexey Ivanovitch, a young tutor working in the household of an imperious Russian general. Alexey tries to break through the wall of the established order in Russia, but instead becomes mired in the endless downward spiral of betting and loss. His intense and inescapable addiction is accentuated by his affair with the General’s cruel yet seductive niece, Polina. In The Gambler, Dostoevsky reaches the heights of drama with this stunning psychological portrait.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Gambler?
Fiction > Fiction: literary and general non-genre > Classic fiction: literary and general
Where can I read a sample of The Gambler?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780812966930
Is The Gambler part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Modern Library Classics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Gambler?
Fyodor Dostoevsky
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Gambler is available as paperback(ISBN 9780812966930) and ebook(ISBN 9780307432247) and audiobook(ISBN 9780736639033)
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