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  • Anton Chekhov: The Collected Novellas and Short Stories in Multiple Translations (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Novellas and stories of Russian realism and modernism, in multiple translations

    Anton Chekhov: The Collected Novellas and Short Stories in Multiple Translations gathers the master's compressed dramas of provincial longing, moral hesitation, failed love, illness, vanity, and fleeting illumination. Across pieces such as his clinical sketches, comic miniatures, and mature stories of spiritual unease, Chekhov refines a prose of radical restraint: plot loosens, atmosphere deepens, ... Read more

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  • Anton Chekhov: The Collected Novellas and Short Stories in Multiple Translations (Unabridged) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Novellas and Stories of 19th-Century Russia, Multiple Translations

    Anton Chekhov: The Collected Novellas and Short Stories in Multiple Translations (Unabridged) gathers the essential prose of a writer who transformed the short story into an instrument of psychological precision and moral ambiguity. Across tales of provincial doctors, clerks, landowners, teachers, lovers, and the disappointed intelligentsia, Chekhov replaces melodrama with suggestion, irony, and ... Read more

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  • The Greatest Novellas & Short Stories of Anton Chekhov

    Living Chattel, Bliss, At The Barber's, Enigmatic Nature, Classical Student, Matter of Classics

    Anton Chekhov's collection of novellas and short stories encapsulates the essence of 19th-century Russian literature with its depth of psychological insight and nuanced characterizations. The diverse literary style of Chekhov is reflected in his ability to blend realism with elements of symbolism and irony, making each story a thought-provoking journey into the human experience. This anthology ... Read more

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  • The Collected Works of Romain Rolland. Illustrated

    Jean-Christophe, Colas Breugnon, Pierre and Luce and others

    Romain Rolland was a French dramatist, novelist, essayist, art historian and mystic who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1915 "as a tribute to the lofty idealism of his literary production and to the sympathy and love of truth with which he has described different types of human beings".He was a leading supporter of Josef Stalin in France and is also noted for his correspondence with ... Read more

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  • The Collected Works of Anton Chekhov: Plays, Novellas, Short Stories, Diary & Letters

    Three Sisters, Seagull, The Shooting Party, Uncle Vanya, Cherry Orchard, Chameleon…

    Anton Chekhov's 'The Collected Works' is a masterful compilation of the playwright's most famous plays, thought-provoking novellas, captivating short stories, personal diary entries, and heartfelt letters. Through his minimalist writing style and keen observation of human nature, Chekhov explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of the human experience. His works are characterized by ... Read more

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  • Young Earnest: The Romance of a Bad Start in Life

    The novel follows the life of Earnest, a young man who starts with significant disadvantages and hardships. His early life is marked by poverty, lack of opportunity, and various personal challenges that shape his character and outlook on life.Despite his difficult beginnings, Earnest is determined to improve his circumstances. The story tracks his journey through various trials and tribulations as ... Read more

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  • OLD MOLE

    The novel follows the life of Edward Moler, affectionately nicknamed "Old Mole," a disillusioned academic who decides to leave his career as a schoolmaster in search of a more fulfilling and authentic existence. His journey of self-discovery leads him to the English countryside, where he purchases a cottage and attempts to live a simple, rural life.As Old Mole adjusts to his new surroundings and ... Read more

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  • Mummery: A Tale of Three Idealists

    The novel explores the dynamics of their friendship and the tensions that arise as each character grapples with their own desires and aspirations. Arthur Mummery, the central figure of the story, is portrayed as an idealistic and charismatic leader who inspires his friends to join him in his quest for a utopian society based on socialist principles.As the narrative unfolds, the characters become ... Read more

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  • ROUND THE CORNER

    The protagonist, Paul, is a young man who feels constrained by the traditional values and expectations of his middle-class upbringing. He is restless and yearns for a life that offers more freedom and meaning. Paul’s journey of self-discovery leads him to question the conventions of the society he lives in, particularly regarding love, work, and social status.Throughout the novel, Cannan portrays ... Read more

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  • Windmills: A book of fables

    "Windmills: A Book of Fables" by Gilbert Cannan is a captivating collection that weaves together imaginative tales, each imbued with moral lessons and reflections on human nature. Cannan's storytelling is rich and evocative, drawing readers into a world where whimsical characters and fantastical scenarios illuminate profound truths. The fables explore themes of ambition, folly, and the ... Read more

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  • Mendel: A Story of Youth

    The novel follows the life of Mendel Kuhler, a young Jewish artist of Eastern European descent living in London. Mendel is a passionate and talented painter who faces the challenges of making a name for himself in the competitive art world. The story delves deeply into his inner life, portraying his struggles with identity, his artistic ambitions, and his relationships with those around him.Mendel ... Read more

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  • Young Earnest

    The Romance of a Bad Start in Life

    In "Young Earnest," Gilbert Cannan crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of youthful ambition and romantic entanglement in early 20th-century England. The novel is characterized by its sharp dialogue, vivid characterizations, and a keen social critique that reflects the shifting dynamics of post-Victorian society. Cannan's literary style is marked by a blend of realism ... Read more

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