The Collected Works of Anton Chekhov (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Plays, stories, and novellas of Russian modernism—complex characters, existential themes, and psychological depthBy Anton Chekhov
Length171h 29m
About this audiobook
The Collected Works of Anton Chekhov gathers the fiction and drama of a writer who transformed modern literature by making hesitation, silence, and ordinary disappointment the substance of art. From the compressed revelations of his short stories to the spacious melancholy of plays such as The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard, Chekhov's style is marked by restraint, irony, psychological precision, and an extraordinary refusal of melodrama. Situated between nineteenth-century realism and twentieth-century modernism, these works replace grand plots with moral ambiguity and the subtle movements of consciousness. Chekhov, born in 1860 in Taganrog and trained as a physician, brought to literature the observational discipline of medicine and a profound sympathy for human vulnerability. His experience of poverty, provincial life, professional service, and chronic illness sharpened his attention to social constraint, failed aspiration, and the fragile comedy of existence. He wrote not to preach, but to illuminate. This collection is essential for readers seeking the origins of modern short fiction and drama. It rewards slow reading, inviting reflection on human motives, missed chances, and the quiet dignity of imperfect lives.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length171 hrs 29 mins
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Publish dateJun 1, 2015
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Collected Works of Anton Chekhov (Annotated)
26CHAPTER XVI II
2Introduction
27CHAPTER X IX
3Historical Context
28CHAPTER XX
4Synopsis (Selection)
29CHAPTER X XI
5Introduction:
30CHAPTER XX II
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6Biography by Constance Garnett
31CHAPTER XXI II
7Novel:
32CHAPTER XX IV
8THE SHOOTING PARTY [trans. by Alfred Edward Chamot]
33CHAPTER X XV
9CHAPTER I
34CHAPTER XX VI
10CHAPTER II
35CHAPTER XXV II
11CHAPTER I II
36CHAPTER XXVI II
12CHAPTER IV
37CHAPTER XX IX
13CHAPTER V
38CHAPTER X XX
14CHAPTER VI
39CHAPTER XX XI
15CHAPTER V II
40CHAPTER XXX II
16CHAPTER VI II
41Plays:
17CHAPTER IX
42ON THE HIGH ROAD
18CHAPTER X
43SWAN SONG, A Play in One Act
19CHAPTER XI
44IVANOFF (pt. 1)
20CHAPTER X II
45IVANOFF (pt. 2)
21CHAPTER XI II
46THE ANNIVERSARY or, THE FESTIVITIES [trans. by Julius West]
22CHAPTER X IV
47THE JUBILEE [trans. by C. E. Bechhofer Roberts ]
23CHAPTER XV
48THE PROPOSAL
24CHAPTER X VI
49THE WEDDING [trans. by Julius West]
25CHAPTER XV II
50THE WEDDING [trans. by C. E. Bechhofer Roberts]
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