Vanka
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1886
4
Short Story • Fiction
1886
Adult
12-18 years
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Anton Chekhov's Vanka is praised for its poignant portrayal of a young boy's anguish, showcasing Chekhov's signature empathy and masterful storytelling. Critics laud the evocative writing and emotional depth. However, some find the meandering pace a drawback. Overall, Vanka is a compelling and heartrending short story that effectively elicits compassion.
A likely reader of Anton Chekhov's Vanka is someone who appreciates poignant, character-driven short stories that evoke emotional depth and social realism. Similar audiences might enjoy the works of Leo Tolstoy, particularly The Death of Ivan Ilyich, and Fyodor Dostoevsky's novella Notes from Underground.
904 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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4
Short Story • Fiction
1886
Adult
12-18 years
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