The Black Monk, and Other Stories by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Author Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904
Translator Long, R. E. C. (Robert Edward Crozier), 1872-
Title The Black Monk, and Other Stories
Note Reading ease score: 81.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Contents The Black Monk -- On the way -- A family council -- At home -- In exile -- Rothschild's fiddle -- A father -- Two tragedies -- Sleepyhead -- At the manor -- An event -- Ward No. 6.
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Summary "The Black Monk, and Other Stories" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work showcases Chekhov's reflections on the complexity of human nature, the struggles of ordinary individuals, and the often mundane realities of life. Among the stories, "The Black Monk" stands out with its protagonist Andrei Vasilyevitch Kovrin, whose experiences blur the lines between sanity and madness, love and existential dread. The opening of "The Black Monk" introduces Andrei Kovrin, a troubled man advised by a friend to spend time in the country to restore his nerves. He visits the estate of his guardian, Pesótsky, where he finds himself enchanted by both the beauty of the gardens and the presence of Pesótsky’s daughter, Tánya. As Kovrin immerses himself in the tranquil rural life, he grapples with his ambitions and psychological struggles, hinting at deeper themes of identity and purpose. The narrative sets a contemplative tone, capturing Kovrin's evolving relationship with Tánya while foreshadowing the mystical elements embodied in the legend of the Black Monk, which serves as a metaphor for his internal conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 -- Translations into English
Subject Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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