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Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov

Anton Chekhov, Richard Pevear, Larissa Volokhonsky
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Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Anton Chekhov, Richard Pevear, Larissa Volokhonsky

Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Russia • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov, translated by Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, offers a curated collection of Anton Chekhov's short stories, including "The Lady with the Little Dog," "The Darling," and "Gooseberries." The anthology highlights Chekhov's exploration of human nature, societal norms, and emotional complexity through vivid characterizations and concise narratives.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

31,773 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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The Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov, translated by Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, offers a compelling rendition of Chekhov's works, maintaining the author's poignant and meticulous storytelling. While celebrated for its accuracy and literary quality, some find the translations less fluid than expected. Overall, it's a commendable collection.

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Who Should Read Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov?

A reader who enjoys Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov by Anton Chekhov, translated by Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, likely appreciates classic literature, deep psychological insights, and profound explorations of the human condition, akin to those found in The Collected Tales of Nikolai Gogol or Tolstoy's Anna Karenina.

4.5

31,773 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

496

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Russia • 19th century

Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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