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Short Stories by Anton Chekhov: About Truth, Freedom, Happiness, and Love
Short Stories by Anton Chekhov About Truth Freedom Happiness and Love Author:Anton Chekhov, Max Bollinger (Editor), Constance Garnett (Translator) A timeless observation of the human condition from one of the best story writers in the history of world literature. Chekhov's characteristic mix of humour and poignancy united by the themes of truth, freedom, happiness and love in the 14 story collection presented in this book. — Chekhov himself described his work as comic satire: 'All I wanted ... more »was to say honestly to people: 'Have a look at yourselves and see how bad and dreary your lives are!' The important thing is that people should realize that, for when they do, they will most certainly create another and better life for themselves. I will not live to see it, but I know that it will be quite different, quite unlike our present life.'
Each story in this collection brings us close Chekhov's vision and understanding of complex human relationships.« less