2872 results for 'Brian Friel, Anton Chekhov'

The Greatest Short Stories of Anton ChekhovA comprehensive collection of fifty thought-provoking narratives that explore the human condition, love, loss, and human relationships. Exquisite...

Brian Friel: Collected Plays - Volume 3 brings together three plays that explore themes of identity, family, and history. In Three Sisters (after Chekhov), the boundaries between past and present are...

Brian Friel: A Complex Vision This collection of essays explores the work of Ireland's renowned playwright Brian Friel, whose plays have captivated audiences both in Ireland and internationally...

Brian Friel: A Literary Companion explores the life and work of Irish playwright Brian Friel, examining his personal relationships and literary themes. The book delves into Friel's style, analyzing...

Brian Friel: A Critical Study This collection of essays offers a comprehensive exploration of Ireland's greatest living playwright, Brian Friel. Spanning his entire career from 1964 to 2005, the...

Brian Friel Essays, Diaries, Interviews : 1964-1999 A collection of essays, diary extracts and interviews that delve into the work and life of Brian Friel, one of Ireland's most acclaimed dramatists...

The Plays of Anton Chekhov by Paul Schmidt is a comprehensive collection of Chekhov's entire theatrical canon in English. Translated with great accuracy and respect for the original social climate,...

A Study Guide for Anton Chekhov's "Uncle Vanya" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study...

A concise study guide for Brian Friel's "Dancing at Lughnasa" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography,...

Brian Friel: A Critical Study This collection of essays offers a comprehensive exploration of Ireland's greatest living playwright. Featuring contributions from leading commentators, it examines...

Anton Chekhov's Life and Thought Selected Letters and Commentary provides a unique insight into the development of one of Russia's greatest writers. This collection of correspondence, heavily...

Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays brings together five major works and three early one-act farces that showcase the author's unique style. This Norton Critical Edition features masterful translations by...

Twelve leading scholars explore the complex connections between Anton Chekhov's work and the Russian culture of the Silver Age through essays by Vasilii Rozanov, Dmitrii Merezhkovskii, and Lev...

A Study Guide for Anton Chekhov's Cherry Orchard provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study...

Discover the life and works of Anton Chekhov, one of the greatest writers of short fiction in history. This biography offers an enlightening introduction to Chekhov's remarkable story, from his...

Anton Chekhov's Greatest Short Stories in Deluxe Edition A comprehensive collection of short stories by one of Russia's most renowned writers, this hardbound deluxe edition brings together both early...

Stay fast and healthy for years to come with Joe Friel's expert guidance. This book is for endurance athletes who want to maintain their performance well into their 50s and beyond. Drawing on the...

Learn the art of concise, powerful writing from one of literature's greatest masters. Anton Chekhov's unique ability to convey complex emotions with simplicity and precision is the key to his...

Brian Friel: A Guide to His Plays and Historical Context. This collection provides essential background information for students and scholars of Brian Friel's plays. It offers reliable guidance on...

Brian Friel: Collected Plays - Volume 4 This fourth collection from Brian Friel brings together four plays that showcase his unique blend of drama and social commentary. The London Vertigo, A Month...

Brian Friel: Collected Plays - Volume 1 This collection marks the beginning of a five-volume series bringing together the complete works of Brian Friel. Spanning over two decades, these plays...

Brian Friel's Collected Plays brings together five plays that showcase the author's unique voice and perspective. First published in 1962, this collection marks the beginning of a remarkable body of...

Chekhov Becomes Chekhov: The Emergence of a Literary Genius By Bob Blaisdell, published by Pegasus Books in 2022. A revelatory portrait of Anton Chekhov's life during his most extraordinary artistic...

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov's thoughts on theatre offer valuable insights into the world of 19th-century Russian drama. This collection of essays and extracts from his writings provides a unique...

Michael Chekhov's On the Technique of Acting is the definitive guide to his renowned acting method. First published in 1993, this book presents the complete text of Chekhov's original manuscript,...

Anton Chekhov was born in Taganrog, Russia, and survived a difficult childhood to become a celebrated physician and writer. His short fiction redefined the genre with its formal innovations and...

The Cherry Orchard by Tom Stoppard and Chekhov is a bold meditation on social change and bourgeois materialism. In this, his last full-length play, Anton Chekhov presents an impoverished landowning...

Young Chekhov Platonov; Ivanov; the Seagull brings together three plays that reveal a different side to the master of world drama. Written in his youth, these dramas showcase a young Anton Chekhov...

Chekhov's Sakhalin Journey offers a fresh perspective on the life of one of 20th century drama's giants. This literary-biographical study sheds new light on Anton Chekhov's experiences as both a...

Twenty-eight stories by Anton Chekhov, chosen for their representative portrayal of the human comedy, are presented in this collection. It includes two complete plays: The Boor, an example of his...

The Real Chekhov: An Introduction to Chekhov's Last Plays by David MagarshackThis in-depth analysis explores Chekhov's final four plays, shedding light on the facts behind his writing. A leading...

Chekhov's vaudevilles offer a unique glimpse into the comedic genius of one of literature's greatest dramatists. Written in the late 1880s, these three farces and two comic duologues showcase...

Discover the early works of Anton Chekhov, a young writer still finding his voice and style. This collection brings together some of his earliest published short stories, showcasing the development...

Anton Chekhov's works continue to captivate audiences with their nuanced exploration of human relationships and the complexities of life. This comprehensive guide explores the world of one of the...

Chekhov's influence on modern literature is profound. This introduction to his life and work provides an engaging account of Russia's preeminent playwright in the 19th century. A detailed exploration...

Chekhov's first great play, now in a pared-down version, reveals the full force of its comedy and cruelty. In this condensed form, the complexities of human desire are laid bare.Each character is...

Alive in the Writing explores the intersection of literature and ethnography through the life and work of Anton Chekhov. Anthropologist and novelist Kirin Narayan examines Chekhov's writings,...

Janet Malcolm's 'Reading Chekhov' is a deeply personal and intellectually stimulating exploration of the Russian master's works. Through close readings of his stories and plays, Malcolm weaves...

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,...

The Michael Chekhov Handbook For the Actor by Lenard Petit is a comprehensive guide to Chekhov's supportive techniques for actors. With 25 years of teaching experience, Petit brings clarity and...

Ward No. 6 and Other Stories is a unique collection of four novellas by Anton Chekhov, presented in Constance Garnett's timeless translations. These stories explore themes of work, connection with...

Learn Russian with Chekhov's Little Trilogy Interlinear Russian to English is an ideal resource for those looking to learn the language through reading. This book features three short stories by...

Acute observations of everyday life in late 19th-century Russia are at the heart of Chekhov's Selected Stories. With clear and subtle prose, he crafts characters that bring to life moments both...

Chekhov's Essential Plays: A Timeless Collection Gathered here are four masterpieces for the theater that continue to resonate with audiences today. These superb new renderings, crafted by one of the...

The Cherry Orchard is a poignant and thought-provoking play that explores the changing world through the eyes of its aristocratic characters. Set against the backdrop of an orchard, this masterpiece...

This collection of five plays by Anton Chekhov is a cornerstone of world drama, offering a profound exploration of human relationships and the search for meaning.Translated into English with a new...

Two iconic works of literature, reimagined for the stage by playwright Sarah Ruhl. Chekhov's Three Sisters and Woolf's Orlando are brought to life in these two unique renderings.These adaptations...

The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories is a poignant collection of short fiction from Anton Chekhov, translated by Constance Garnett. In these stories, love, relationships, and the human condition...

Anton Chekhov's short stories are renowned for their crisp style and profound insight into human nature. A master of everyday life, he transforms ordinary incidents into magical tales that reveal the...

Improvisation the Michael Chekhov Way: Active Exploration of Acting Techniques offers a unique approach to acting techniques through dozens of improvisational exercises.Based on the work of Michael...

The Looking Glass and Other Stories by Anton ChekhovA poignant and thought-provoking collection of short stories that capture the essence of the human experience.This unique edition brings together...

Travelling Towards Chekhov: Diaries of an English Actress is a memoir by Caroline Blakiston, a renowned English actress who has performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre...

Discover the renowned acting technique developed by Michael Chekhov in this comprehensive guide. Sinéad Rushe provides an accessible introduction to the method, covering its principles and practical...

The Lives of Brian is a heart-wrenching and hilarious memoir that tells the story of one of the world's best-loved performers. After a decade of trying to make his mark with various bands, Brian...

The Brian Lumley Companion is a comprehensive guide to the life and works of Brian Lumley, edited by the author himself and award-winning Stanley Wiater. This in-depth collection offers a detailed...

Robert Anton Wilson's unique perspective on Aleister Crowley is presented in this eclectic collection of articles. The centerpiece, "Do What Thou Wilt," is a previously unpublished manuscript from...

Brian Friel's Translations A Play explores the personal and cultural impact of a seemingly administrative action. In 1833, a detachment of the Royal Engineers arrives in County Donegal to conduct the...

Directing with the Michael Chekhov Technique is a comprehensive guide to the production process for any director. Drawing from the author's rehearsal journals and notes from each performance, this...

Brian Blomerth's Lilly Wave is a visually striking biography of John C. Lilly, a researcher whose groundbreaking work on the human mind and consciousness continues to fascinate. This latest...

The Dominance Playbook: A Practical Guide to Power Exchange in Scenes and Relationships Anton Fulmen's latest book builds on the foundations of dominance and submission, exploring the complexities of...

Brian Johnson's memoir is a candid and introspective account of his life, from his childhood in a small town in England to his rise to fame as the lead singer of AC/DC. Born to a steelworker and WWII...

Catherine Ryan Hyde's novel My Name is Anton tells the story of sacrifice and enduring love. In 1965, eighteen-year-old Anton Addison-Rice is still recovering from a tragic accident that took the...

Business Strategy by Brian Tracy is a practical guide to creating a clear path for your company's success. By establishing a well-defined business strategy, you can develop absolute clarity on...

Salman Rushdie's memoirs recount the author's life from the day he was sentenced to death by Ayatollah Khomeini for his novel 'The Satanic Verses' and had to go into hiding under the pseudonym Joseph...

Twenty tales from one of literature's greatest masters are gathered in this comprehensive collection. Richard Ford has carefully chosen his personal favourites from over two hundred stories,...

Brian is a poignant exploration of the power of art to enrich our lives and the importance of human connection. The story follows Brian, a man who has carefully crafted a solitary existence, until he...

Anton York, Immortal by Eando Binder is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the implications of human immortality. In this gripping tale, a man has discovered the secret to...

A collection of over 150 daily strips from the popular cartoon Pickles, showcasing the humorous and entertaining work of Brian Crane.Featuring a wide range of comedic strips, this book is a great...

Russia's Capitalist Realism: A Literary Response to Economic Change During Russia's first transition to capitalism, social problems became central concerns for writers. As industry transformed the...

Anton York, Immortal is a science fiction novel that explores the concept of voluntary suspended animation. The story follows a man who has discovered a way to live indefinitely, free from the...

Brian and the Vikings by Chris Judge and Mark Wickham is a story about a small boy who uses his intelligence to save the day when the Vikings arrive in his village. With the help of his friends and a...

This honest and uncensored exploration of living with an abnormally small penis offers a unique perspective on a taboo subject. David Brian shares his personal experiences with penoplasty, a...

Brian Jacks shares the secrets of winning - in life and in sport. Born with a condition that made him a non-starter for sports, Jacks defied the odds to become a champion judoka, winning Olympic and...

Brian Evenson's The Open Curtain is a contemporary gothic tale that explores the apocalyptic connection between religion and violence. When Rudd stumbles upon a dark secret while researching a school...

Brian's Return by Gary Paulsen After surviving alone in the wilderness, Brian Robeson finds himself struggling to connect with ordinary life. He feels disconnected and isolated, wondering how to...

A comprehensive collection of works by South African sculptor Anton Van Wouw is presented in this catalogue. The book features a range of pieces from throughout his career, offering insight into the...

Depeche Mode by Anton Corbijn is a unique and intimate look at the band's history, shaped by the vision of their creative director, Anton Corbijn. This book features over 150 photographs from...

Anton Bruckner: A Life Beyond Misconceptions The reputation of Anton Bruckner as one of the greatest symphonists between Beethoven and Mahler is well established, but his personal life has long been...

Brian's Winter by Gary Paulsen After surviving the Canadian wilderness with his trusty hatchet, Brian faces an even greater challenge: the harsh winter that has been left unrelenting. With no rescue...

Brian the Brave by Paul Stewart Brian thinks that everyone should be friends with each other. But when he meets some sheep who have different opinions about what makes a good friend, he knows he has...

Brian sets out on his most challenging hunt yet. After surviving in the wilderness with nothing but a hatchet, Brian has faced many more trials. Now, while camping alone by a lake, he comes across a...

Death of Anton by Alan Melville The discovery of Anton's body in his enclosure at Carey's Circus sends shockwaves through the community. Initially, it appears that the trainer had lost control and...

Brian Evenson's Fugue State is a masterful collection of short stories that capture the darker aspects of the human psyche. With subtle yet unsettling control, Evenson weaves tales of paranoia,...

Brian Catling's Hollow is a wildly imaginative novel that combines elements of fantasy, historical fiction, and dark humour. Set within the eerie landscapes of Hieronymus Bosch's paintings, the story...

Brian "Glaze" Gibbs Story: Beyond Lucky A shocking account of extraordinary violence and redemption. Brian "Glaze" Gibbs recounts his journey from a young man to a notorious drug lord, driven by peer...

All-round entertainer Anton Du Beke returns with his fourth novel, set in the exclusive Buckingham Hotel. As war is declared once more, a shadow falls over Britain, and the hotel's staff must...

Brian the Brain Head Space: How Your Brain Works! Join Brian as he explores his day and learns about the importance of healthy food and sleep for a happy brain. With fun, bright images, this story...

Brian Zahnd's thought-provoking exploration of the nature of God's love challenges the traditional view of a wrathful God. In "Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God", Zahnd delves into the...

Brian Evenson's The Glassy, Burning Floor of Hell is a chilling collection of short stories that explores the darker aspects of human nature. Here, the monsters that haunt us are not supernatural,...

The Butlerian Jihad is the first book in the Legends of Dune trilogy, a prequel to Frank Herbert's iconic Dune series. This epic science fiction novel explores a pivotal epoch in the history of the...

The Origins of the Rebellion Against Big Tech In 19th-century England, a group of workers known as the Luddites rose up against the machines that were erasing their livelihoods. Their actions, which...

The Paris Affair by Anton Du Beke In the midst of World War II, the Buckingham Hotel becomes a hub of intrigue and deception. As the war rages on, the hotel's staff must navigate the complexities of...

Josh has always called his brain Brian, and Brian can be both his best friend and worst enemy. When arguments at home get really bad, Josh is sent to live with his grandma in a quirky shack in the...

Dune: The Duke of Caladan is the first book in The Caladan Trilogy by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson. This is the story of Leto Atreides, Duke of Caladan, and his partner Jessica, a tale of...

Brian the Brave is a heartwarming story about the power of friendship and unity. Every sheep is unique, but when danger strikes, can they come together? This lively tale features bright, playful...

Brian Doyle's One Long River of Song is a collection of essays that invite readers into the miraculous moments of everyday life. With a delightful sense of wonder, Doyle writes about the sanctity of...

Brian The Barrington Bear by Mark Blackburn is a heartwarming tale about a teddy bear's adventure. When Mia leaves Brian hidden in a tree after a game of hide and seek, he finds himself alone for the...

Behind the scenes of the WWE, a world of chaos and surrealism awaits. Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz shares his untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years, featuring the biggest names...

Brian May's Hedgehogs by Rosie Amazing is a heartwarming story about a musician with a special gift for animals. Brian May rescues and cares for cute hedgehogs in his garden, making him a kind and...

We'll Meet Again by Bartle Bull is a powerful romantic novel set against the backdrop of World War II. In 1942, as American and British forces land in North Africa to fight the German army,...