The House with the Mezzanine and Other Stories by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Author Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904
Translator Cannan, Gilbert, 1884-1955
Translator Koteliansky, S. S. (Samuel Solomonovitch), 1880-1955
LoC No. 17022089
Title The House with the Mezzanine and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 78.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The house with the mezzanine -- Typhus -- Goosberries -- In exile -- The lady with the toy dog -- Goussiev -- My life.
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Summary "The House with the Mezzanine and Other Stories" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The stories explore various aspects of human experience and emotion, often reflecting on social issues, personal relationships, and the complexities of life. The opening story introduces a painter and his interactions with a landowner and a family rooted in their local community, setting a tone that emphasizes both introspection and social commentary. At the start of the first story, the narrator describes his idle life on a country estate, where he has little to do but reflect on his surroundings and the people he encounters. He meets a charming family, the Volchaninovs, where he develops a complex relationship with Lydia, the elder daughter, who passionately believes in social reform, contrasting with the narrator’s apathy towards social engagement. As the narrator spends more time with the family, different dynamics unfold, revealing themes of love, disappointment, and the stark divergence between the ideals of action and the paralysis found in comfort and privilege. This opening portion hints at deeper explorations of class, personal ambition, and the tension between art and activism that may resonate throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Short stories
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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