The Gambler: A Brilliant Exploration of Obsession, Risk, and Fortune - A Modern Translation - Adapted for the Contemporary Reader

Would you risk everything for the hope of a single win?

In The Gambler, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a riveting psychological novel that explores the dark allure of chance, fortune, and self-destruction. Alexei Ivanovich, a passionate and impulsive young man, finds himself in the grip of an uncontrollable addiction—gambling. Trapped in a web of manipulation, romance, and desperation, he gambles not just for money but for love, power, and his very future.

Drawing from his own experiences with gambling, Dostoevsky paints a hauntingly realistic portrait of human psychology—the exhilaration of risk, the devastation of loss, and the relentless cycle of hope and despair. As Alexei’s obsession deepens, the novel exposes the dangerous intersection of greed, desire, and the unpredictable forces of luck.

What You’ll Discover in This Modern Translation:

A Gripping Tale of Obsession and Risk • – Experience the rush of gambling, the thrill of uncertainty, and the weight of consequences. A Deep Exploration of Human Psychology • – Delve into Dostoevsky’s insights on addiction, self-control, and the power of desire. A Masterpiece in a Fresh, Readable Style • – This adaptation preserves the depth of Dostoevsky’s writing while making it more accessible for today’s readers. A Love Story Fueled by Passion and Desperation • – Witness Alexei’s struggle between love, money, and the pursuit of control.

Will fortune favor Alexei, or will his addiction consume him?

Get your copy today and discover one of Dostoevsky’s most captivating and personal works

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Release date

Audiobook: 3 June 2025