| Details | | Publication Date: | 1998-11-01 | | Editor: | Richard Ford |
| Size | | Length: | 337 pages | | Height: | 9.8 in | | Width: | 6.8 in | | Thickness: | 1.2 in | | Weight: | 22.4 oz |
Publisher's Note
In this collection, Pulitzer Prize-winner Richard Ford, a master short story writer in his own right, introduces and selects the definitive tales of Anton Chekhov.
Short-story writer and Pulitzer Prize winner Richard Ford selects and introduces an essential volume of Chekhov tales. Although most people know and define Chekhov by his plays, some believe his short stories surpass his plays in artistry. One thing is clear: Anton Chekhov is one of the greatest short story writers of all time. In "The Essential Tales of Chekhov," Richard Ford, a master short story writer in his own right, introduces and selects the definitive tales of Anton Chekhov. Ford includes the Chekhov masterpieces, such as "The Lady with the Dog," "The Kiss," and "The Darling" as well as a number of brilliant lesser-known stories. This collection is a must-have for Chekhov enthusiasts and those less familiar with his extraordinary short stories.
Industry Reviews
Chekhov has influenced generations of fiction writers, including Ford, the editor of this splendid new collection. In his excellent introduction, Ford explores those aspects of Chekhov's writing that have contributed to the author's stature: his economic mastery in opening and closing stories, his ability to elevate everyday life through the perceptive beauty of his language, and his skillful portrayal of the moral dilemmas everyone must face. Chekhov wrote more than 200 stories; the 20 gathered here include some that have been routinely included in other anthologies, such as the melancholy tale of adultery "The Lady with the Dog," and lesser-known gems such as "The Blunder," a humorous account of overly eager parents who botch a scheme to ensnare their daughter's unsuspecting suitor. Ford's subjective criteria have resulted in a wide-ranging taste of Chekhov's genius. Highly recommended for both public and academic libraries. Sister M. Anna Falbo, Villa Maria Coll. Lib., Buffalo, NY
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