Own a piece of literary history with this stunning 1967 Limited Editions Club edition of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s *The Gambler and Notes from Underground*. This is copy #1446 of only 1500 ever produced, making it a true collector’s gem. Even better—it’s **signed by the illustrator**, Alexandre Alexeieff, adding to its rarity and value!

Why This Book Is Special:

- **Limited Edition**: Only 1500 copies were made for members of The Limited Editions Club, and this is #1446, signed by the renowned illustrator Alexandre Alexeieff.

- **Exquisite Craftsmanship**: Featuring 81 pages of monochrome illustrations (27 double spreads) created by Alexeieff and Claire Parker using their innovative pinboard technique. The illustrations are reproduced in brown-black for *The Gambler* and blue-black for *Notes from Underground* by the Meriden Gravure Company.

- **Premium Production**: Printed at The Sign of the Stone Book in Bloomfield, Connecticut, on white wove paper specially made by Mohawk Mills. The three-piece binding features boards covered in fine vellum cloth with two pinboard illustrations, and a dark blue cowhide shelfback stamped in gold, designed by John Dreyfus.

- **Literary Significance**: Includes two of Dostoevsky’s most important works—*The Gambler* (1866), a semi-autobiographical novella about gambling addiction, and *Notes from Underground* (1864), a foundational text of existentialism. Translated by Constance Garnett with an introduction by George Steiner.

- **Specifications**: 7½ x 10½ inches, 376 pages, set in 12-point Janson text with 4 points of leading, designed by John Dreyfus.

Condition:
- **Book**: Very Good. The pages are clean with no tears, markings, or foxing. The binding is tight, and the dark blue cowhide shelfback with gold stamping is in excellent condition with minimal wear.

- **Slipcase**: Good. The red slipcase shows some wear, including light scuffing and minor fraying at the edges (see photos), but it remains structurally sound and protective.

- **Overall**: A very well-preserved copy with the expected signs of age for a 57-year-old collector’s item, ready to be cherished by its next owner.

Why Buy?

This is a rare opportunity to own a signed, limited-edition copy of Dostoevsky’s masterpieces in a beautifully crafted volume. Perfect for book collectors, literature enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates fine press editions. The Limited Editions Club is renowned for its high-quality productions, and this book is a testament to their legacy.