The Gambler by Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Gambler

Fyodor Dostoevsky with Constance Garnett (Translator)

188 pages first pub 1866 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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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 3,216 reviews

Moods

reflective 64%
dark 35%
tense 31%
funny 30%
emotional 23%
sad 19%
challenging 17%
adventurous 13%
mysterious 7%
lighthearted 6%
informative 5%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 28%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 25% | Plot: 7%

Strong character development?

No: 39% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 47% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 18% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 56% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.76

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