Freedom from Violence and Lies

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Anton Chekhov’s Life and Writings

By Michael C. Finke

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Freedom from Violence and Lies by Michael C. Finke provides an in-depth biography of Anton Chekhov, exploring his evolution from humble origins to a celebrated writer, doctor, and philanthropist. The book examines Chekhov's major stories, plays, and non-fiction through the lens of his life experiences, highlighting recurring themes and connections across his literary works and early writings. It offers both new scholarly insights and an accessible introduction to one of history's greatest short fiction authors.
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This book is ideal for readers new to Chekhov seeking a comprehensive introduction, as well as scholars and enthusiasts of Russian literature and theatre interested in detailed literary analysis and biography.

A comprehensive new biography of master of short fiction, Anton Chekhov.

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Anton Chekhov's stories and plays endure as outstanding modern literary works, and his life was no less dramatic, rising from poor beginnings to become a writer, physician and philanthropist.

In this new biography, Freedom from Violence and Lies, Michael C. Finke analyses Chekhov's major stories, plays, and non-fiction in the context of his life. He fleshes out the key features of Chekhov's poetics of prose and drama, revealing key continuities across genres, as well as between the lesser-known early writings and the later works.

An excellent resource for readers new to Chekhov, this book also presents much material new to scholarship. It is an accessible, comprehensive overview of one of the greatest writers of short fiction in history.

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?

Praised for its thorough and insightful approach, the biography elegantly balances Chekhov's life and literary achievements. Radislav Lapushin commends it as a "crown achievement" with "surgical precision and creative sensitivity," making it essential for fans of Russian literature. Reviews highlight the harmonious integration of biographical details and rich analysis, revealing the complexities of Chekhov's dual careers as a writer and medical professional.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789144307

Publisher: Reaktion Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Reaktion Books

Illustration: 27 illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 240

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Arts & Culture Michael C. Finke Non-Fiction

About the Author

Michael C. Finke is Professor Emeritus of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He is author or editor of many books on Chekhov including Seeing Chekhov: Life and Art (2005).