Anton Chekhov
Modern Library
2000 (1903)
467
Paperback
Classics/Short Stories
Xmas Gift
Considered the greatest short story writer, Anton Chekhov changed the genre itself with his spare, impressionistic depictions of Russian life and the human condition. From characteristically brief, evocative early pieces such as “The Huntsman” and the tour de force “A Boring Story,” to his best-known stories such as “The Lady with the Little Dog” and his own personal favorite, “The Student,” Chekhov’s short fiction possesses the transcendent power of art to awe and change the reader. This monumental edition, expertly translated, is especially faithful to the meaning of Chekhov’s prose and the unique rhythms of his writing, giving readers an authentic sense of his style and a true understanding of his greatness.
Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov was a lovely collection. There were a few slightly longer tales, in which case I only read one per night, but generally I read two or three per night while also ready a fantasy book in tandem. I am very familiar with Chekhov's plays, but this was my first time reading any of his short stories, and I enjoyed them a lot. The pacing in each was perfectly balanced and the characters well drawn and memorable despite the short space of only a few pages in which to introduce them. Whether you are new to Chekhov or already a fan, this is an excellent compilation of his short fiction works. I am giving this book 4.5 stars.
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