Naisia by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
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| Author | Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 |
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| Translator | Silvanto, Reino, 1883-1943 |
| Title | Naisia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Contents | Naisia -- Hämärässä -- Turvaton olento -- Kosto -- Taideteos -- Parturissa -- Herra postimestarin luona -- Ihana Vanda -- Kameleontti -- Hotellissa -- Mikä ilo -- Albionin tytär -- Sinotshka -- Murhenäytelmä -- Kyllä naisten kelpaa -- "Skruuvi" -- Lihava ja laiha -- Voittolippu -- Vieraalla maalla -- Kielikello -- Panettelu -- "Naskali pussissa" -- Kapteenin univormu -- Ritarimerkki. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Naisia" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written during the early 20th century. The stories delve into the complexities of human relationships, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and deception through various characters' interactions. With a cast that features a range of individuals including teachers, officials, and everyday citizens, Chekhov presents the intricacies of life from a distinctly human perspective. The opening of "Naisia" introduces readers to Fjodor Petrovitsh, a school inspector, as he meets with a struggling teacher, Vremenski. After revealing the unfortunate circumstance of Vremenski losing his job due to illness, Fjodor suggests a potential new position, showcasing the nuances of kindness and procedure in bureaucratic settings. However, as the narrative progresses, familial and societal pressures complicate Fjodor's intentions, particularly when a recommendation from his wife disrupts his decision-making. This establishes a narrative thread of moral conflict and human frailty that sets the stage for the stories to come, highlighting Chekhov's keen observation of the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Subject | Short stories, Russian -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53342 |
| Release Date | Oct 22, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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