The Lottery Ticket
The Lottery Ticket
Fiction | Short Story | Adult
Book Brief
BetaShort Story • Fiction
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Dramatic Literature•
Russian LiteratureRussia • 1880s
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World HistoryAdult
13+ years
Super Short Summary
In "The Lottery Ticket" by Anton Chekhov, a person and their spouse imagine the possibilities after discovering they might have a winning lottery ticket. As they fantasize about newfound wealth, underlying tensions and desires surface, revealing the complexities of their relationship and personal aspirations. Their thoughts shift from joy to introspection about their hopes and future.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
1,277 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Lottery Ticket by Anton Chekhov is praised for its keen exploration of human nature and the impact of greed and dreams on relationships. Critics admire its concise storytelling and insightful commentary. Some find its abrupt ending unsatisfying, but many appreciate the open-ended nature that prompts reflection on human desires and values.
Who Should Read The Lottery Ticket?
A reader who enjoys The Lottery Ticket by Anton Chekhov is likely a fan of classic literature that explores human nature and irony. Similar readers might appreciate The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry for its exploration of fate and the twists of life’s expectations. Both highlight the complexities of human desires and the unexpected outcomes.
1,277 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Short Story • Fiction
•
Dramatic Literature•
Russian LiteratureRussia • 1880s
•
World HistoryAdult
13+ years
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