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Quote by Anton Chekhov

“Medicine is my lawful wife and literature my mistress; when I get tired of one, I spend the night with the other.”

Quote by Anton Chekhov

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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

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