Author: Anton Chekhov
Publisher: Readhowyouwant
ISBN: 9781425056568
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
'the Steppe and other Stories'', a collection is among the first of Chekhov's works to be published in a serious literary journal. The majority of tales in this collection focus on the issues faced by privileged class. The narration shows that the author never left his roots, being the son of an unsuccessful provincial grocer greatly influenced his writings. Interesting!
The Steppe & Other Stories
Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 314
Book Description
The Steppe and Other Stories
Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192836984
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
The first of Chekhov's works to be published in a serious literary journal, `The Steppe', with its masterly account of a spectacular thunderstorm, signifies his maturation as a writer of short stories. While the majority of his tales focus on the privileged classes, this selection shows that Chekhov never forgot his origins as the son of a failed provincial grocer, and characters as varied as the brutal soldier in `Gusev', the downtrodden old constable in `On Official Business', and the bemused peasants in `New Villa' testify to the power and flexibility of his art.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192836984
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 276
Book Description
The first of Chekhov's works to be published in a serious literary journal, `The Steppe', with its masterly account of a spectacular thunderstorm, signifies his maturation as a writer of short stories. While the majority of his tales focus on the privileged classes, this selection shows that Chekhov never forgot his origins as the son of a failed provincial grocer, and characters as varied as the brutal soldier in `Gusev', the downtrodden old constable in `On Official Business', and the bemused peasants in `New Villa' testify to the power and flexibility of his art.
The Steppe and the Other Stories
Author: Anton Chekhov
Publisher: Readhowyouwant
ISBN: 9781425056568
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
'the Steppe and other Stories'', a collection is among the first of Chekhov's works to be published in a serious literary journal. The majority of tales in this collection focus on the issues faced by privileged class. The narration shows that the author never left his roots, being the son of an unsuccessful provincial grocer greatly influenced his writings. Interesting!
Publisher: Readhowyouwant
ISBN: 9781425056568
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 492
Book Description
'the Steppe and other Stories'', a collection is among the first of Chekhov's works to be published in a serious literary journal. The majority of tales in this collection focus on the issues faced by privileged class. The narration shows that the author never left his roots, being the son of an unsuccessful provincial grocer greatly influenced his writings. Interesting!
The Fiancée and Other Stories
Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
Publisher: Penguin Classics
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Twelve stories deal with a young woman who decides to break with her smug fiance, a suicide inquest, a woman who murders her husband, a greedy merchant, a declining family of landowners, and a tactless host.
Publisher: Penguin Classics
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248
Book Description
Twelve stories deal with a young woman who decides to break with her smug fiance, a suicide inquest, a woman who murders her husband, a greedy merchant, a declining family of landowners, and a tactless host.
Suncranes and Other Stories
Author:
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231551819
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Over the course of the twentieth century, Mongolian life was transformed, as a land of nomadic communities encountered first socialism and then capitalism and their promises of new societies. The stories collected in this anthology offer literary snapshots of Mongolian life throughout this tumult. Suncranes and Other Stories showcases a range of powerful voices and their vivid portraits of nomads, revolution, and the endless steppe. Spanning the years following the socialist revolution of 1921 through the early twenty-first century, these stories from the country’s most highly regarded prose writers show how Mongolian culture has forged links between the traditional and the modern. Writers employ a wide range of styles, from Aesopian fables through socialist realism to more experimental forms, influenced by folktales and epics as well as Western prose models. They depict the drama of a nomadic population struggling to understand a new approach to life imposed by a foreign power while at the same time benefiting from reforms, whether in the capital city Ulaanbaatar or on the steppe. Across the mix of stories, Mongolia’s majestic landscape and the people’s deep connection to it come through vividly. For all English-speaking readers curious about Mongolia’s people and culture, Simon Wickhamsmith’s translations make available this captivating literary tradition and its rich portrayals of the natural and social worlds.
Publisher: Columbia University Press
ISBN: 0231551819
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
Over the course of the twentieth century, Mongolian life was transformed, as a land of nomadic communities encountered first socialism and then capitalism and their promises of new societies. The stories collected in this anthology offer literary snapshots of Mongolian life throughout this tumult. Suncranes and Other Stories showcases a range of powerful voices and their vivid portraits of nomads, revolution, and the endless steppe. Spanning the years following the socialist revolution of 1921 through the early twenty-first century, these stories from the country’s most highly regarded prose writers show how Mongolian culture has forged links between the traditional and the modern. Writers employ a wide range of styles, from Aesopian fables through socialist realism to more experimental forms, influenced by folktales and epics as well as Western prose models. They depict the drama of a nomadic population struggling to understand a new approach to life imposed by a foreign power while at the same time benefiting from reforms, whether in the capital city Ulaanbaatar or on the steppe. Across the mix of stories, Mongolia’s majestic landscape and the people’s deep connection to it come through vividly. For all English-speaking readers curious about Mongolia’s people and culture, Simon Wickhamsmith’s translations make available this captivating literary tradition and its rich portrayals of the natural and social worlds.
The Endless Steppe
Author: Esther Hautzig
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006440577X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Exiled to Siberia In June 1942, the Rudomin family is arrested by the Russians. They are "capitalists -- enemies of the people." Forced from their home and friends in Vilna, Poland, they are herded into crowded cattle cars. Their destination: the endless steppe of Siberia. For five years, Ester and her family live in exile, weeding potato fields and working in the mines, struggling for enough food and clothing to stay alive. Only the strength of family sustains them and gives them hope for the future.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006440577X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Exiled to Siberia In June 1942, the Rudomin family is arrested by the Russians. They are "capitalists -- enemies of the people." Forced from their home and friends in Vilna, Poland, they are herded into crowded cattle cars. Their destination: the endless steppe of Siberia. For five years, Ester and her family live in exile, weeding potato fields and working in the mines, struggling for enough food and clothing to stay alive. Only the strength of family sustains them and gives them hope for the future.
The Lady with the Little Dog and Other Stories, 1896-1904
Author: Anton Chekhov
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141906855
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
In the final years of his life, Chekhov had reached the height of his powers as a dramatist, and also produced some of the stories that rank among his masterpieces. The poignant 'The Lady with the Little Dog' and 'About Love' examine the nature of love outside of marriage - its romantic idealism and the fear of disillusionment. And in stories such as 'Peasants', 'The House with the Mezzanine' and 'My Life' Chekhov paints a vivid picture of the conditions of the poor and of their powerlessness in the face of exploitation and hardship. With the works collected here, Chekhov moved away from the realism of his earlier tales - developing a broader range of characters and subject matter, while forging the spare minimalist style that would inspire such modern short-story writers as Hemingway and Faulkner.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141906855
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
In the final years of his life, Chekhov had reached the height of his powers as a dramatist, and also produced some of the stories that rank among his masterpieces. The poignant 'The Lady with the Little Dog' and 'About Love' examine the nature of love outside of marriage - its romantic idealism and the fear of disillusionment. And in stories such as 'Peasants', 'The House with the Mezzanine' and 'My Life' Chekhov paints a vivid picture of the conditions of the poor and of their powerlessness in the face of exploitation and hardship. With the works collected here, Chekhov moved away from the realism of his earlier tales - developing a broader range of characters and subject matter, while forging the spare minimalist style that would inspire such modern short-story writers as Hemingway and Faulkner.
The Steppe, The Story of A Journey
Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Embark on a journey through the evocative landscapes of Anton Pavlovich Chekhov's "The Steppe: The Story of a Journey." This captivating short story follows a young boy’s passage across the vast and arid steppe of Russia, offering a vivid portrayal of both the natural environment and the human experiences encountered along the way. Chekhov, celebrated for his masterful storytelling and keen observations, explores themes of innocence, adventure, and the stark beauty of the Russian countryside. Through the boy’s journey, Chekhov reveals the intricate details of the steppe and the profound moments of introspection that arise from travel and solitude."The Steppe: The Story of a Journey" is a richly descriptive narrative that captures the essence of the Russian landscape and the transformative power of travel. Ideal for readers who appreciate evocative settings and the reflective storytelling of one of Russia’s literary giants.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Embark on a journey through the evocative landscapes of Anton Pavlovich Chekhov's "The Steppe: The Story of a Journey." This captivating short story follows a young boy’s passage across the vast and arid steppe of Russia, offering a vivid portrayal of both the natural environment and the human experiences encountered along the way. Chekhov, celebrated for his masterful storytelling and keen observations, explores themes of innocence, adventure, and the stark beauty of the Russian countryside. Through the boy’s journey, Chekhov reveals the intricate details of the steppe and the profound moments of introspection that arise from travel and solitude."The Steppe: The Story of a Journey" is a richly descriptive narrative that captures the essence of the Russian landscape and the transformative power of travel. Ideal for readers who appreciate evocative settings and the reflective storytelling of one of Russia’s literary giants.
Stories of the Steppes
Author: Mary Lou Masey
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Nineteen traditional folktales reflecting the way of life of the Kazakhs, a Turko-Mongol nomadic people whose chief domain is the second largest republic of the Soviet Union. Includes glossary.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Nineteen traditional folktales reflecting the way of life of the Kazakhs, a Turko-Mongol nomadic people whose chief domain is the second largest republic of the Soviet Union. Includes glossary.
The Hungry Steppe
Author: Sarah Cameron
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501730452
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
The Hungry Steppe examines one of the most heinous crimes of the Stalinist regime, the Kazakh famine of 1930–33. More than 1.5 million people perished in this famine, a quarter of Kazakhstan's population, and the crisis transformed a territory the size of continental Europe. Yet the story of this famine has remained mostly hidden from view. Drawing upon state and Communist party documents, as well as oral history and memoir accounts in Russian and in Kazakh, Sarah Cameron reveals this brutal story and its devastating consequences for Kazakh society. Through the most violent of means the Kazakh famine created Soviet Kazakhstan, a stable territory with clearly delineated boundaries that was an integral part of the Soviet economic system; and it forged a new Kazakh national identity. But this state-driven modernization project was uneven. Ultimately, Cameron finds, neither Kazakhstan nor Kazakhs themselves were integrated into the Soviet system in precisely the ways that Moscow had originally hoped. The experience of the famine scarred the republic for the remainder of the Soviet era and shaped its transformation into an independent nation in 1991. Cameron uses her history of the Kazakh famine to overturn several assumptions about violence, modernization, and nation-making under Stalin, highlighting, in particular, the creation of a new Kazakh national identity, and how environmental factors shaped Soviet development. Ultimately, The Hungry Steppe depicts the Soviet regime and its disastrous policies in a new and unusual light.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501730452
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 395
Book Description
The Hungry Steppe examines one of the most heinous crimes of the Stalinist regime, the Kazakh famine of 1930–33. More than 1.5 million people perished in this famine, a quarter of Kazakhstan's population, and the crisis transformed a territory the size of continental Europe. Yet the story of this famine has remained mostly hidden from view. Drawing upon state and Communist party documents, as well as oral history and memoir accounts in Russian and in Kazakh, Sarah Cameron reveals this brutal story and its devastating consequences for Kazakh society. Through the most violent of means the Kazakh famine created Soviet Kazakhstan, a stable territory with clearly delineated boundaries that was an integral part of the Soviet economic system; and it forged a new Kazakh national identity. But this state-driven modernization project was uneven. Ultimately, Cameron finds, neither Kazakhstan nor Kazakhs themselves were integrated into the Soviet system in precisely the ways that Moscow had originally hoped. The experience of the famine scarred the republic for the remainder of the Soviet era and shaped its transformation into an independent nation in 1991. Cameron uses her history of the Kazakh famine to overturn several assumptions about violence, modernization, and nation-making under Stalin, highlighting, in particular, the creation of a new Kazakh national identity, and how environmental factors shaped Soviet development. Ultimately, The Hungry Steppe depicts the Soviet regime and its disastrous policies in a new and unusual light.