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The Gambler (Russian: Игрокъ, romanized: Igrok; modern spelling Игрок) is a short novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky about a young tutor in the employment of a formerly wealthy Russian general. Set in a hotel and casino in a German city, the theme of gambling reflects Dostoevsky's own experience of addiction to roulette .
The Gambler. Fyodor Dostoevsky, Constance Garnett (Translator) 3.91. 92,697 ratings5,754 reviews. In this dark and compelling short novel, Dostoevsky tells the story of Alexey Ivanovitch, a young tutor working in the household of an imperious Russian general.
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May 1, 2000 · Read or download this classic novel about gambling, love and fate for free. The Gambler is a psychological fiction by the Russian author Dostoyevsky, translated by Hogarth and available in various formats.
- Dostoyevsky, Fyodor, 1821-1881
- Hogarth, C. J., 1869-1942
- The Gambler
- Igrok. English
Jun 30, 2020 · A classic novel about a Russian gambler who becomes obsessed with winning back his lost fortune in a casino. Read the full text online or download it for free in various formats.
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.
- Paperback
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.
Dec 13, 2022 · “The Gambler” is a story of madness in which the game becomes not only an all-consuming passion but also the only possible raison d’être. “The Gambler” is probably the most autobiographical book by Dostoevsky, an avid roulette player who repeatedly lost big money.