"The Gambler" (Ukrainian: "Gravets") is a novel by the outstanding Russian writer Fyodor Dostoyevsky. This work is imbued with psychological depth and a sense of tension that fills every line of the work. The main character, Aleksey Ivanovych, is a teacher in the Russian home of the aristocracy abroad. He is also addicted to gambling and risky bets, which leads to his addiction to gambling and debt. In this novel, the author touched upon the theme of human desire for quick enrichment and the internal conflict between reason and feelings. "The Player" not only reveals the tragic consequences of gambling passions, but also deeply analyzes the psychology of the characters and their moral choices. The novel "The Player" is an exciting journey into the world of the game, where every move can decide the fate of the hero. Dostoyevsky perfectly recreated the atmosphere of the casino and raised topical social issues, which makes this work extremely relevant even in modern times.