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    Anton Pavlovich Chekhov was a master of the short story and drama, celebrated for his profound insight into human nature and subtle irony. His works, often set against the backdrop of rural Russia, delve into the complexities of relationships, the futility of everyday existence, and the fragility of human aspirations. Chekhov aimed to capture reality with objectivity and compassion, eschewing moralizing in favor of offering readers unfinished narratives that invite contemplation. His distinctive style, marked by brevity, precision, and subtext, has cemented his legacy as one of literature's greatest writers, whose influence continues to resonate.

    Fifty-Two Stories
    Essential Tales of Chekhov, The
    A Life in Letters
    Forty Stories
    Short Novels and Stories
    The Complete Plays
    • 2024

      ‘The Willow’ is here accompanied by thirty-two other short stories – some of them never or rarely translated into English – which are representative of the three main phases of the author’s career.

      The Willow and Other Stories
    • 2023

      Presented in a new translation by Stephen Pimenoff, The Looking Glass is accompanied in this volume by other stories by Chekhov, some of them never translated before into English.

      The Looking Glass and Other Stories
    • 2023

      Winner of Best Play Revival at the WhatsOnStage Awards 2024 Nominated for Best Revival at the Olivier Awards 2024 Can you imagine if it was possible to completely change the way you live your life? To look at your life and ask yourself what you would do if it died. If your old life died. It ended. And then take what's left of your real life and live it properly. How can I do that, Michael? Where do I start? Chekhov's classic tale of love, art, sex, and attempted murder in a fresh adaptation by Simon Stephens, written to be performed by a solo actor. Comedic and tragic, Chekhov's examination of our shared humanity – our hopes, dreams, regrets – is thrust into sharp focus in Vanya. This fresh adaptation explores the kaleidoscope of human emotions, harnessing the power of the intimate bond between actor and audience to delve deeper into the human psyche. This edition was published to coincide with the West End premiere starring Andrew Scott in September 2023.

      Vanya
    • 2023

      The essential edition of the greatest stories by the Russian master of the form

      The Beauties
    • 2023

      Little Clothbound Classics: irresistible mini editions of short stories, novellas, and essays from the world’s greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith A Penguin Classics Hardcover From a writer widely considered to be one of greatest ever of the form, Anton Chekhov’s short stories offer unforgettable character, crystalline expression, and deep, powerful mystery. Collected here are five of his very best tales, “The Lady with the Little Dog,” “The House with the Mezzanine,” and the trilogy “The Man in the Case,” “Gooseberries,” and “About Love.”

      About Love
    • 2022

      " Life is a vexatious trap; when a thinking man reaches maturity and attains to full consciousness, he cannot help feeling that he is in a trap from which there is no escape." One of the greatest Russian short story writers and an exemplary playwright, Anton Chekhov penned down some of the finest short stories and plays in literature. His works continue to be translated into various languages across the world. This hardbound deluxe edition brings together his early short stories along with the outstanding short fiction written in his later years. It includes ' The Death of a Government Clerk, ' ' The Huntsman, ' ' Oh! The Public, ' ' Anyuta, ' ' Misery, ' ' The Lottery Ticket, ' ' A Dreary Story, ' ' Peasant Wives, ' ' The Lady with the Dog, ' and his last completed story, ' Betrothed.' This classic collectable is a must-read for all! - A timeless collection of Anton Chekhov's renowned stories - This hardbound deluxe edition brings together his early short stories - The varied themes and thought-provoking ideas will take the reader on an adventurous journey - This covetable deluxe edition comes with gilded edges, a ribbon bookmark, and beautiful endpapers - It is perfect for gifting and will make a good addition to any library

      The Greatest Short Stories of Anton Chekhov
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022

      This volume - here presented in Stephen Pimenoff's lively new translation - bristles with wit and humour, and is tinged by that understated note of melancholy and lyricism that is a trademark of Chekhov's writing.

      Small Fry and Other Stories