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Contents: / The Schoolmistress / A Nervous Breakdown / Misery / Champagne / After The Theatre / A Ladys Story / In Exile / The Cattle-Dealers / Sorrow / On Official Duty / The First-Class Passenger / A Tragic Actor / A Transgression / Small Fry / The Requiem / In The Coach-House / Panic Fears / The Bet / The Head-Gardeners Story / The Beauties / The Shoemaker And The Devil

Translated by Constance Garnett / Contents: / The Chorus Girl / Verotchka / My Life / At A Country House / A Father / On The Road / Rothschilds Fiddle / Ivan Matveyitch / Zinotchka / Bad Weather / A

IT was said that a new person had appeared on the sea-front: a lady with a little dog. Dmitri Dmitritch Gurov, who had by then been a fortnight at Yalta, and so was fairly at home there, had begun to take an interest in new arrivals. Sitting in Verneys pavilion, he saw, walking on the sea-front, a fair-haired young lady of medium height, wearing a beret; a white Pomeranian dog was running behind her.

Incisive, masterfully written tales -- set in Tsarist Russian milieux -- reveal noted author's skills in character, nuance, and setting development. Includes "The Black Monk" (1894), "The House with the Mezzanine" (1896), "The Peasants" (1897), "Gooseberries" (1898), and "The Lady with the Toy Dog" (1899).

Translated by Constance Garnett / Contents: / The Schoolmaster / Enemies / The Examining Magistrate / Betrothed / From The Diary Of A Violent-Tempered Man / In The Dark / A Play / A Mystery / Strong Impressions / Drunk / The Marshals Widow / A Bad Business / In The Court / Boots / Joy / Ladies / A Peculiar Man / At The Barbers / An Inadvertence / The Album / Oh! The Public / A Tripping Tongue / Overdoing It / The Orator / Malingerers / In The Graveyard / Hush! / In An Hotel / In A Strange Land

Translated By Constance Garnett / Contents: / The Horse-Stealers / Ward No. 6 / The Petchenyeg / A Dead Body / A Happy Ending / The Looking-Glass / Old Age / Darkness / The Beggar / A Story Without A Title / In Trouble / Frost / A Slander / Minds In Ferment / Gone Astray / An Avenger / The Jeune Premier / A Defenceless Creature / An Enigmatic Nature / A Happy Man / A Troublesome Visitor / An Actors End

"The Steppe", published in 1888, reveals Anton Chekhovs evolution from a novice writer to a master of short narrative form.The Steppe, which established Chekhovs reputation, is the unforgettable tale of a boys journey to a new school in Kiev, travelling through majestic landscapes across Southern Russia, in which Chekhov grew up, towards an unknown destiny. Clear autobiographical elements arise throughout the story...

This carefully crafted ebook: Greatest Works of Anton Chekhov is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Excerpt:In each one of us there are too many springs, too many wheels and cogs for us to judge each other by first impressions or by two or three external indications. Ivanoff, Act 3 (1887)Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian physician, dramaturge and author who is considered to be among the greatest writers of short stories in history. Chekhov practised as a medical doctor throughout most of his literary career. Along with Henrik Ibsen and August Strindberg, Chekhov is often referred to as one of the three seminal figures in the birth of early modernism in the theatre. Chekhov had at first written stories only for financial gain, but as his artistic ambition grew, he made formal innovations which have influenced the evolution of the modern short story. He made no apologies for the difficulties this posed to readers, insisting that the role of an artist was to ask questions, not to answer them.Contents:Novel: The Shooting PartyPlays:On the High Road Swan SongIvanoff The AnniversaryThe Proposal The Wedding The Bear The Seagull A Reluctant HeroUncle Vanya The Three Sisters The Cherry Orchard Short Stories: The Safety MatchThe Boys GrishaA Trifle from Real LifeThe Cooks WeddingShrove TuesdayIn Passion WeekAn IncidentA Matter of ClassicsThe TutorOut of SortsA JokeAfter the TheatreVolodiaA Naughty BoyBlissTwo Beautiful GirlsThe Chorus GirlThe Father of a FamilyThe OratorIonitchAt Christmas TimeIn the Coach HouseLady Ns StoryA Journey By CartThe Privy CouncillorRothschilds FiddleA Horsey NameThe PechenegThe BishopThe SlandererThe KissVerotchkaOn TrialThe Mass for the DeadThe Privy CouncillorThe RunawayThe ReedLa CigaleThe Head Gardeners TaleOystersWomenWoeZinotchkaThe PrincessThe MuzhiksThe Darling

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Shooting Party (A Murder Mystery)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents. Excerpt:"On an April day of the year 1880 the doorkeeper Audrey came into my private room and told me in a mysterious whisper that a gentleman had come to the editorial office and demanded insistently to see the editor. He appears to be a chinovnik, Andrey added. He has a cockadeAsk him to come another time, I said, I am busy today. Tell him the editor only receives on Saturdays.He was here the day before yesterday and asked for you. He says his business is urgent. He begs, almost with tears in his eyes, to see you. He says he is not free on Saturday Will you receive him?" (The Shooting Party, 1884)The Shooting Party is a triangular love story-cum-murder mystery novel and Chekhovs only novel. Not many people are aware of the fact that before becoming the celebrated short story writer and playwright he tried his hands at novel writing. One can witness the birth of Chekhovs unique style (although in its infancy) for which he would be later remembered for.Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian physician, dramaturge and author who is often referred to as one of the seminal figures in the birth of early modernism in the theatre. He made no apologies for the difficulties he posed to the readers, insisting that the role of an artist was to ask questions, not to answer them.

The Seagull is one of the best ever dramas about the theatre, yet on the very first opening night it was a famous failure. The play triumphed later in Stanislavskis production and became one of the greatest events in the history of Russian theatre and one of the greatest new developments in the history of world drama.

This edition presents the sixteen tales of the original collection ranging from well-known and acknowledged gems such as Agafya and on the road to others which will be fresh even to many seasoned readers of Chekhov in a brand-new translation by Hugh Aplin.

At the start of his twenties, when he was still in medical school, Anton Chekhov was also busily setting himself up as a prolific and popular writer. Appearing in a wide range of periodicals, his shrewd, stinging, funny stories and sketches turned a mocking eye on the mating rituals and money-grubbing habits of the middle classes, the pretensions of aspiring artists and writers, bureaucratic corruption, drunken clowning, provincial ignorance, petty crueltyon Russian life, in short. Chekhov was already developing his distinctive ear for spoken language, its opacities and evasions, the cliches we shelter behind and the cliches that betray us. The lively stories in The Prank feature both the themes and the characteristic tone that make Chekhov among the most influential and beloved of modern writers.

Drama Classics: The Worlds Great Plays at a Great Little Price Set in a country weighed down by political, ideological and spiritual stagnation, Chekhovs compelling early play is rooted in the revolutionary atmosphere of Russia at the turn of the 20th century.Anton Chekhovs play Ivanov was first performed in 1887 at the Korsh Theatre in Moscow.This English version, in the Nick Hern Books Drama Classics series, is translated and introduced by Stephen Mulrine, with notes on Further Reading, a Chronology and a Pronunciation Guide.

Do you ever wonder what would happen if we could live our lives all over again but be fully conscious of it the second time?I bet wed try to do everything differently, or at least would know to create a different world for ourselves.In a room in a house in a provincial town, three sisters wait for their lives to begin. Olga, the eldest. Masha, the middle child. Irina, the youngest.The clock strikes. A candle is lit. The clock stops. Something catches fire. The clock strikes. They wake up.Cordelia Lynns version of Chekhovs Three Sisters, from a literal translation by Helen Rappaport, was first performed at the Almeida Theatre, London, in April 2019, in a production directed by Rebecca Frecknall.

And here comes the winning ticket! The numbers are When Ivan Dmitritch reads the newspapes, he sees that the winning numbers from the lottery are very much the same as his wifes ticket. They immediately start to daydream about all the things they can buy now and the life they are going to have from now on. And it is exactly because of this that they fail to notice the obvious problem. Enjoyable and amusing, "The Lottery Ticket" is one of those stories of Chekhov that can be grouped under the general "stories with a twist". A recommended read, by all means.

In "G. K. Chesterton, A Critical Study," Julius West offers a meticulous examination of one of the 20th centurys most influential literary figures. West delves into Chestertons multifaceted works, encompassing his novels, essays, and poetry, employing a blend of literary criticism and biographical exploration. The book is characterized by its analytical depth and eloquent prose, situating Chestertons contributions within the broader context of early modernist thought and the Socratic form of discourse, which Chesterton famously championed. This critical study not only honors Chestertons wit and paradoxical style but also tackles the intricacies of his philosophical underpinnings and theological viewpoints, thereby illuminating his impact on contemporary literature and culture. Julius West, a scholar with a profound interest in early 20th-century literature, draws from his extensive background in literary criticism and theology to craft this insightful analysis. His passion for Chestertons work is evident, fueled by a desire to convey the importance of Chestertons ideas in an age often bereft of the rich dialogues that define human existence. Wests own experiences in literary scholarship lend significant weight to his interpretations and critiques. This book is highly recommended for anyone seeking to navigate the labyrinth of Chestertons thought and articulate style. Whether a seasoned scholar, a graduate student of literature, or simply a curious reader, Wests study functions as both an introductory guide and a profound exploration of Chestertons enduring legacy, making it an indispensable addition to the libraries of those fascinated by literary criticism and theological inquiry.

Translated by Constance Garnett / Contents / Love / Lights / A Story Without An End / Mari Delle / A Living Chattel / The Doctor / Too Early! / The Cossack / Aborigines / An Inquiry / Martyrs / The Lion And The Sun / A Daughter Of Albion / Choristers / Nerves / A Work Of Art / A Joke / A Country Cottage / A Blunder / Fat And Thin / The Death Of A Government Clerk / A Pink Stocking / At A Summer Villa

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Translated by Constance Garnett / Contents: / The Party / Terror / A Womans Kingdom / A Problem / The Kiss / Anna On The Neck / The Teacher Of Literature / Not Wanted / Typhus / A Misfortune / A Trif