The Gambler by Fyodor M. Dostoevsky, Fiction, Classics. by Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Gambler by Fyodor M. Dostoevsky, Fiction, Classics.

Fyodor Dostoevsky with C.J. Hogarth (Translator)

220 pages • first pub 1866 (editions)

fiction classics reflective slow-paced
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The Gambler is the tale of a man named Alexei with a passion for -- no, an addiction to -- roulette. In Dostoevsky's own words, ". . . all his vital sap, all his energies, his impetuosity and boldness will be absorbed by roulette. He is a gambler,...

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Moods

reflective 64%
dark 36%
tense 32%
funny 30%
emotional 24%
sad 20%
challenging 17%
adventurous 14%
mysterious 7%
lighthearted 6%
informative 5%
inspiring 3%
relaxing 2%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 28%
slow 21%

Plot- or character-driven?

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

Strong character development?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

No: 47% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 19% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 55% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 11% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

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

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3.76

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