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portada The Gambler: A Brilliant Exploration of Obsession, Risk, and Fortune (Large Print Deluxe Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading)
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Language
English
Pages
292
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
22.9 x 15.2 x 2.2 cm
ISBN13
9781806984589

The Gambler: A Brilliant Exploration of Obsession, Risk, and Fortune (Large Print Deluxe Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading)

Dostoevsky, Fyodor M.; Zengerink, Tim (Author) · Library of Alexandria · Hardcover

The Gambler: A Brilliant Exploration of Obsession, Risk, and Fortune (Large Print Deluxe Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading) - Dostoevsky, Fyodor M.; Zengerink, Tim

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Synopsis "The Gambler: A Brilliant Exploration of Obsession, Risk, and Fortune (Large Print Deluxe Hardcover Edition For Easy Reading)"

What if the pursuit of luck turned into a dangerous addiction?In The Gambler, Fyodor Dostoevsky crafts a fast-paced psychological portrait of obsession, fortune, and inner collapse. When Alexei Ivanovich arrives in the fictional town of Roulettenburg, he quickly falls under the spell of both the roulette table and a woman he cannot have.As his winnings rise and fall, so does his hope for love, dignity, and salvation. Every spin of the wheel mirrors the internal chaos that drives him deeper into self-destruction.This modern translation revitalizes Dostoevsky's classic for today's reader, capturing the tension, irony, and heartbreak at the heart of one of his most autobiographical works. With biting satire and psychological insight, The Gambler explores the ties between money and morality, passion and despair.What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: An Unforgettable Study of Addiction and Risk - Witness the highs and lows of a man enthralled by gambling.A Window into 19th-Century Europe's Elite Circles - Explore a decadent world of aristocrats, debt, and power.A Heartbreaking Tale of Unrequited Love - Discover how desire can warp judgment and deepen despair.A Sharp, Contemporary Translation - Dostoevsky's voice made vivid, clear, and emotionally resonant for modern readers.A Classic That Remains Shockingly Relevant - Explore the psychology of addiction and the allure of "just one more chance."The Gambler is more than a novel-it's a warning and a mirror. Whether you've placed a bet or taken an emotional gamble, this story will resonate deeply.

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