Publisher's Synopsis
The Gambler is a novel written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, first published in 1866. The story follows the life of Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor working for a Russian family in Germany. Alexei becomes deeply involved in the world of gambling, and his obsession with winning leads him down a dangerous path. As he becomes more and more addicted to gambling, he begins to lose control of his life, and his relationships with those around him suffer. The novel explores themes of addiction, greed, and the destructive power of obsession. It is a compelling and thought-provoking work that offers a powerful commentary on the human condition. The Gambler is considered one of Dostoyevsky's most personal works, as it was based on his own experiences with gambling addiction. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature, or in the exploration of the darker side of human nature.This is the one that Dostoevsky had to dictate in record time to avoid a return to prison for debt. Worth a look.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
