“I was oppressed with a sense of vague discontent and dissatisfaction with my own life, which was passing so quickly and uninterestingly, and I kept thinking it would be a good thing if I could tear my heart out of my breast, that heart which had grown so weary of life.”
This book is a compilation of forty short stories, showcasing a variety of narrative styles and themes. more
Anton Chekhov, born on January 29, 1860, was a prominent Russian physician and short story writer. His works are renowned for their profound psychological insights and critical portrayal of social realities. Chekhov's short stories have had a profound impact on literature both in Russia and around the world. more
“In this world and the world of tomorrow, we must go forward together or not at all.”
“We create the illusions we need to go on.”
“You can't be deep without a surface”