Presents biographical information on nineteenth-century Russian writer Anton Chekhov and profiles five of his best-known short stories, providing plot summaries and excerpts of criticism; also includes primary and secondary bibliographies.
Contains sixteen essays in which the authors provide critical perspectives on the works of nineteenth-century Russian writer Anton Chekhov, and includes a chronology, notes on the contributors, and a bibliography.
Examines the life and work of nineteenth-century Russian author Anton Chekhov, featuring a biographical profile, critical analysis of the themes, symbols, and ideas in his writing, a selection of critical essays, a chronology, and references.