Fyodor Dostoyevsky – The Gambler 2004 Turkish Book Turkey

Fyodor Dostoyevsky – The Gambler (Kumarbaz) – Bahar Yayınları Edition (2004)

Description:

This is the 2004 Turkish edition of The Gambler (Kumarbaz), published by Bahar Yayınları. Written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky and first published in 1867, the novel is a semi-autobiographical work inspired by Dostoyevsky’s own experiences with gambling addiction.

The story follows Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor working for a Russian general’s family in a European spa town. As he becomes entangled in the obsessive world of roulette and gambling, his relationships, emotions, and financial situation spiral out of control. At the center of the narrative are themes of addiction, risk, love, humiliation, and the destructive power of chance. The novel also explores the psychological tension between desire and self-destruction.

Fyodor Dostoyevsky is one of the most influential writers in world literature, known for his deep psychological insight and exploration of moral and existential questions. His works often examine human suffering, free will, guilt, and redemption. In The Gambler, he draws directly from his personal struggles, creating a raw and intense portrayal of addiction and obsession.

This Bahar Yayınları edition presents a Turkish translation of Dostoyevsky’s novel, making it accessible to modern readers. As both a literary and autobiographical work, it holds strong psychological and historical significance.

Key Features:

• Title: The Gambler (Kumarbaz)

• Author: Fyodor Dostoyevsky

• Publisher: Bahar Yayınları

• PublicationYear: 2004

• Language: Turkish

• Format: Paperback

• Genre: Psychological novel; Classic literature

• Original Publication: 1867

• Main Character: Alexei Ivanovich

• Themes: Gambling; Addiction; Obsession; Risk; Self-destruction

• Literary Significance: Semi-autobiographical work reflecting Dostoyevsky’s personal life