Short Stories by Anton Chekhov: The Bet and Other Stories
Written by Anton Chekhov
Narrated by Max Bollinger
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About this audiobook
In this volume of Chekhov stories profound reflections on life's purpose, humanity, eternal life, and higher objectives unfold. Each tale, a poignant exploration of happiness, guilt, and romance, unveils Chekhov's own philosophy. Characters' eyes reveal Chekhov's profound wisdom, a guiding star for life. "The Bet" follows a man trading years for wealth, leaving thought-provoking notes. "The Death of a Government Clerk" illustrates how words can be lethal. "The Black Monk" takes readers on a journey of self-discovery, exploring intellectual advancement's impact on everyday life. Chekhov's narratives, rich in insight, become timeless beacons of profound contemplation. Read in English, unabridged.
Anton Chekhov
Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian doctor, short-story writer, and playwright. Born in the port city of Taganrog, Chekhov was the third child of Pavel, a grocer and devout Christian, and Yevgeniya, a natural storyteller. His father, a violent and arrogant man, abused his wife and children and would serve as the inspiration for many of the writer’s most tyrannical and hypocritical characters. Chekhov studied at the Greek School in Taganrog, where he learned Ancient Greek. In 1876, his father’s debts forced the family to relocate to Moscow, where they lived in poverty while Anton remained in Taganrog to settle their finances and finish his studies. During this time, he worked odd jobs while reading extensively and composing his first written works. He joined his family in Moscow in 1879, pursuing a medical degree while writing short stories for entertainment and to support his parents and siblings. In 1876, after finishing his degree and contracting tuberculosis, he began writing for St. Petersburg’s Novoye Vremya, a popular paper which helped him to launch his literary career and gain financial independence. A friend and colleague of Leo Tolstoy, Maxim Gorky, and Ivan Bunin, Chekhov is remembered today for his skillful observations of everyday Russian life, his deeply psychological character studies, and his mastery of language and the rhythms of conversation.
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