100% NZ-owned | 80,000+ Books In NZ 📚

Today Only: 20% Off When You Buy 2+ Stationery Items! 🎨

A Nervous Breakdown

By Anton Chekhov
Series: Penguin Little Black Classics
0.0 (0 reviews)
3.74 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating. ( 2,680 ratings, 341 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
A Nervous Breakdown by Anton Chekhov delves into the psychological turmoil of a young law student grappling with life’s moral complexities. Accompanied by his friends on an intoxicating night out, he confronts existential anxieties that challenge his perception of reality and duty. This tale intricately explores themes of mental distress and societal expectations.
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$999
OVERNIGHT NZ-WIDE DELIVERY

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this work by Chekhov if you appreciate stories that delve into the complexities of the human psyche with a touch of humour. It's set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia and explores themes of anxiety and the tensions of modern life, making it perfect for readers who enjoy psychological depth and rich, atmospheric settings.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

A Nervous Breakdown

'I did have hallucinations, but did they harm anyone? Who did they harm, that's what I'd like to know!' This title features three disturbing tales of supernatural hallucinations, hysterical obsession and moral decay. It includes fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

From the supreme artist of the short story, three disturbing tales of supernatural hallucinations, hysterical obsession and moral decay.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description
46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946 \"I did have hallucinations, but did they harm anyone? Who did they harm, that's what I'd like to know!'

Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

View all

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

A Nervous Breakdown by Anton Chekhov is praised for its exploration of the complexities of the human mind. Reviewers appreciate Chekhov's skillful blend of psychological insight and subtle humour, illustrating the protagonist's descent into anxiety with empathy and elegance. The narrative effectively captures the emotional turmoil while offering keen social observations.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241251782

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Translated by Ronald Wilks

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 161.0mm

Weight: 100g

Pages: 128

Collections

Anton Chekhov Featured Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction New Release Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Little Black Classics

About the Author

Anton Chekhov (1860-1904). Chekhov's works available in Penguin Classics are The Steppe and Other Stories, Ward No. 6 and Other Stories, The Lady with the Little Dog and Other Stories, The Shooting Party, Plays and A Life in Letters.

Also by Anton Chekhov

View all

More from General Fiction

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.