The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories
Chekhov, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Gorky, Gogol & Others (Including Essays and Lectures on Russian Novelists)By Nicholas Evrèinov, Denis Von Visin, Anton Chekhov, A.S. Pushkin, N.V. Gogol, I.S. Turgenev, F.M. Dostoyevsky, L.N. Tolstoy, M.Y. Saltykov, V.G. Korolenko, V.N. Garshin, F.K. Sologub, I.N. Potapenko, S.T. Semyonov, Maxim Gorky, L.N. Andreyev, M.P. Artzybashev, A.I. Kuprin
Length60h 26m
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'The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories' is a masterful anthology that traverses the vast landscape of Russian literature, capturing its profound intellectual and emotional depth. With works ranging from poignant plays to intricate short stories, this collection highlights Russia's unique literary evolution from the 19th century to the early 20th century. The diversity in narrative styles and themes—from the stark societal critiques by Dostoyevsky to the evocative psychological explorations by Chekhov—provides a comprehensive overview of Russia's literary prowess and its enduring influence on world literature. Each piece serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of social, philosophical, and existential questions that define the era. The ensemble of authors featured in this anthology represents some of the most influential figures in literary history. This collection not only meshes the classic with the contemporary but also illustrates the transformative periods of Russian literature, aligning with movements such as Romanticism, Realism, and Symbolism. Their collective contributions usher readers through a historical journey, reflecting the tumultuous socio-political changes of their time which fueled their literary creations, thus offering a nuanced understanding of the Russian spirit and its complexities. 'The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories' is not merely a collection but an invitation to witness the evolution of narrative craft and thematic exploration through Russian eyes. Readers are encouraged to delve into this compendium to experience the convergence of distinct literary minds. Ideal for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Russian culture and literature, this anthology promises an enriching exploration of human conditions and philosophical inquiry, fostering a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling through its breadth of insights and the engaging dialogue it enables among the visionary authors' works.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length60 hrs 26 mins
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Publish dateAug 7, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE GREAT RUSSIAN PLAYS & SHORT STORIES
26THE FIRST ACT
2The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories
27THE SECOND ACT
3Plays:
28THE THIRD ACT
4INTRODUCTION
29THE FOURTH ACT
5THE WEDDING [trans. by C. E. Bechhofer Roberts]
30THE LIFE OF MAN
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6THE JUBILEE [trans. by C. E. Bechhofer Roberts ]
31PERSONS
7A MERRY DEATH
32THE FIRST SCENE
8THE BEAUTIFUL DESPOT
33THE SECOND SCENE
9THE CHOICE OF A TUTOR
34THE THIRD SCENE
10Scene I
35THE FOURTH SCENE
11Scene II
36THE FIFTH SCENE
12Scene III
37Short Stories:
13THE INSPECTOR GENERAL: A COMEDY IN FIVE ACTS
38INTRODUCTION
14INTRODUCTION
39THE QUEEN OF SPADES
15CHARACTERS OF THE PLAY
40THE CLOAK
16CHARACTERS AND COSTUMES
41THE DISTRICT DOCTOR
17ACT I
42THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND THE WEDDING
18ACT II
43GOD SEES THE TRUTH, BUT WAITS
19ACT III
44HOW A MUZHIK FED TWO OFFICIALS
20ACT IV
45THE SHADES, A PHANTASY
21ACT V
46THE SIGNAL
22LAST SCENE
47THE DARLING
23SILENT SCENE
48THE BET
24SAVVA
49VANKA
25PERSONS
50HIDE AND SEEK
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