| Author |
Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 |
| Translator |
Chamot, A. E. (Alfred Edward), 1855- |
| Uniform Title |
Drama na okhote. English
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| Title |
The shooting party
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| Original Publication |
London: Stanley Paul & Co. Ltd., 1926.
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| Note |
Translation of: Драма на охоте, Drama na okhote.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Shooting_Party_(Chekhov_novel)
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| Credits |
Brian Raiter
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| Summary |
"The Shooting Party" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the character of Ivan Petrovich Kamyshev, a former examining magistrate, who seeks to publish his story while grappling with the complexities of provincial life and his own moral dilemmas. Chekhov's work combines elements of drama and psychological introspection, illustrating poignant human experiences amidst societal decay. The opening of the novel introduces readers to Kamyshev as he makes an urgent plea to an editor for the publication of his story, which is steeped in themes of love, murder, and personal crisis. The narrator reflects on a blend of humor and cynicism while presenting vivid character sketches, including the striking figure of Kamyshev himself, who navigates his past and the grim realities of life in provincial Russia. As the story progresses, it hints at deeper tragic elements and the exploration of human motivations, setting the stage for a rich and engaging narrative to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Upper class -- Russia -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73729 |
| Release Date |
May 29, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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