The Gambler by Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Gambler

Fyodor Dostoevsky with Constance Garnett (Translator)

188 pages • first pub 1866 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced

Description

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. Alexey tries to break through the wall of the established order in Russia, but instea...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,966 reviews

Moods

reflective 68%
dark 33%
tense 32%
funny 31%
emotional 19%
sad 18%
challenging 14%
adventurous 7%
mysterious 7%
lighthearted 6%
informative 4%
relaxing 2%
hopeful 1%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 49%
fast 27%
slow 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 8%

Strong character development?

No: 36% | It's complicated: 32% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 38% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 61% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.75

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