Bartlett, Rosamund
Chekhov: Scenes from a Life
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743230759
- author:
- Bartlett, Rosamund
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 395
- Dimensions:
- 130mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Literature: Texts
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Chekhov: Scenes from a Life by Rosamund Bartlett explores the writer's connection to various landscapes that shaped his life and work. From the industrial city of Taganrog to the Russian steppes, Moscow, Petersburg, Siberia, the French Riviera, and Yalta, these places offer a unique insight into Chekhov's creative world. By examining his relationship with these environments, Bartlett sheds new light on the enigmatic writer, revealing a more nuanced and humorous figure than often portrayed. This biography restores balance to Chekhov's image, highlighting why he is widely regarded as one of the greatest short-story writers in literature. This book provides a fresh perspective on Chekhov's life, offering a compelling portrait of a man whose work continues to appeal to readers worldwide.
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