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Traditional Chinese edition of The Vortex: Where the Law of Attraction Assembles All Cooperative Relationships by Esther and Jerry Hicks of Leading Edge. The Hicks help us understand the relationships we are in through their The Teachings of Abraham program which leads us to reestablish our spiritual relationships. In Chinese. Distributed by Tsai Fong Books, Inc.

PremessaIl padre del giallo: Edgar Allan PoeEdgar Allan Poe, Gli assassinii della Rue Morgue Parte prima: Mistery & RatiocinationSir Arthur Conan Doyle, I faggi rossiAnton Cechov, II fiammifero svedeseMatthew P. Shiel, S.S.Gilbert K. Chesterton, Passi misteriosiH. Bustos Domecq, I dodici segni dello zodiacoJorge Luis Borges, Abenjacàn il Bojarì, ucciso nel suo labirinto Joseph Commings, Morte per magiaJohn Dickson Carr, Il problema sbagliatoLillian de la Torre, La serva scomparsa Anthony Boucher, Reparto svitatiFredric Brown, Guida al delittoParte seconda: SuspenseEdgar Allan Poe, Il demone della perversitàArthur Machen, Una stanza accoglienteMax Beerbohm, A.V. LaiderWalter de la Mare, L'artigiano idealeW.W. Jacobs, Il custode di suo fratelloC.S. Forester, MareaStacy Aumonier, Il dovere della signorina BracegirdleJohn D. MacDonald, L'implacabile KeeganCornell Woolrich, Alle tre in puntoHenry Slesar, Dal buco della serraturaEd McBain, L'intervistaParte terza: AzioneDashiell Hammett, Ricordi di un detective privatoDashiell Hammett, Tutto in un'oraTom McKnight e Jerry Devine, La morte guida il balloFredde Brown, Proprio maniacoJames M. Cain, RapinaAppendice saggistica Edgar Allan Poe, Considerazioni su Dickens e il misteroGilbert K. Chesterton, Difesa dei racconti polizieschiH.W. Auden, La parrocchia del delittoJorge Luis Borges, Il racconto poliziescoUri Eisenzweig, Quando il giallo divenne un genere

Ogni essere umano ha la capacità di trasformare ogni sfida in forza, salute e abbondanza. Grazie alla Legge della Attrazione, ogni richiesta rivolta all'Universo viene esaudita; ma perché ciò avvenga occorre volerlo intensamente, occorre cambiare il modo di pensare e di affrontare la realtà. In questo libro, Esther e Jerry Hicks, autorevoli portavoce degli insegnamenti di Abraham, svelano ogni segreto dietro alla Legge dell'Attrazione e spiegano come sviluppare e dirigere l'energia per creare ricchezza, prosperità e abbondanza nella propria vita. Pagina dopo pagina imparerete a concentrarvi su ciò che avete, a percepirvi persone ricche e a visualizzarvi mentre state realizzando il sogno della vostra vita - l'attività lavorativa ambita da sempre, la casa dei vostri sogni, il viaggio desiderato da anni' Grazie agli insegnamenti di Abraham non solo scoprirete il valore e il significato più autentico della ricchezza, ma imparerete a utilizzare al meglio la Legge dell'Attrazione per soddisfare ogni vostra aspirazione e per trasformare la vostra esistenza in un'esperienza densa di gioia e di felicità.

Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky, the highly acclaimed translators of War and Peace, Doctor Zhivago, and Anna Karenina, which was an Oprah Book Club pick and million-copy bestseller, bring their unmatched talents to The Selected Stories of Anton Chekhov, a collection of thirty of Chekhov’s best tales from the major periods of his creative life. Considered the greatest short story writer, Anton Chekhov changed the genre itself with his spare, impressionistic depictions of Russian life and the human condition. From characteristically brief, evocative early pieces such as “The Huntsman” and the tour de force “A Boring Story,” to his best-known stories such as “The Lady with the Little Dog” and his own personal favorite, “The Student,” Chekhov’s short fiction possesses the transcendent power of art to awe and change the reader. This monumental edition, expertly translated, is especially faithful to the meaning of Chekhov’s prose and the unique rhythms of his writing, giving readers an authentic sense of his style and a true understanding of his greatness. From the Trade Paperback edition.

I quattro capolavori di Cechov furono scritti nell'arco di nove anni, dal 1895 al 1904. Sono anni risolutivi per la storia del teatro contemporaneo: "Il gabbiano", "Zio Vanja", "Tre sorelle", "Il giardino dei ciliegi" sono infatti testi di una modernità assoluta. Commedie, più che drammi, dall'intreccio pressoché inesistente, in cui le passioni e le emozioni sono vissute nell'interiorità, e i personaggi sembrano preda di un sortilegio di estraniazione che li rende incapaci di comunicare. Il teatro cechoviano anticipa insomma i motivi fondamentali della drammaturgia moderna (e, nel contempo, la crisi esistenziale dell'uomo contemporaneo): la perdita dei valori e di una fede, il rimpianto per un passato inattingibile, l'attesa di qualcosa di indefinito, l'allusione a ciò che è ineluttabilmente accaduto, il vuoto, il silenzio.

Desidera. Scopri l'entusiasmo per ciò che vuoi davvero raggiungere nella tua vita. Decidi. Una volta individuato l'obiettivo, decidi di essere pronto a un impegno spirituale profondo. Chiedi. Raggiunti la certezza e l'entusiasmo necessari, chiedi con parole semplici e concise. Credi. Credi nel raggiungimento del risultato a livello consapevole e anche a livello inconsapevole. Lavora. Lavora per ottenere ciò che vuoi ogni giorno. Immaginati già arrivato. Ringrazia. Ricordati sempre di ringraziare l'universo e senti la gratitudine nel tuo cuore. Il libro che raccoglie tutti gli insegnamenti all'origine del fenomeno The Secret.

Uno degli aspetti essenziali della Legge dell'Attrazione è la comprensione dell'arte del permettere. Se chiedi all'universo di darti ciò che desideri, l'universo provvederà affinché tu lo ma ciò accadrà solo se permetti a questo processo di avvenire. Questo libro contiene i semplici indispensabili passi per permettere ai desideri di manifestarsi nella realtà della tua esistenza.

Rispetto alle prime prove drammatiche la tetralogia non è semplicemente una fase più matura: essa ha il senso di un passaggio dalla naturalità all'astrazione. Come nel giovane Kandinskij dai lavori Jugendstil osserviamo emergere magicamente le forme astratte, così in Cechov dal dramma tradizionale si arriva, in tutta la tetralogia a quell'"opera astratta come una sinfonia di Cajkovskij" di cui parlava Mejerchol'd, dove anche gli oggetti sono presenti come quei "correlativi oggettivi" che Eliot definisce in un saggio sull '"Amleto": dati esterni, il cui sistema deve evocare un'emozione particolare. In questo teatro "astratto" c'è un fascino ipnotico che ancora ci incanta e c'è tutta la limpida umanità di uno scrittore, il cui principio etico-intellettuale fu, come egli scrisse, "la più assoluta libertà, la libertà dalla forza (cioè dalla pressione di qualsiasi forza. v.s.) e dalla menzogna", in qualunque forma esse si manifestino, e per il quale quindi il futuro non era un dogmatico feticcio ideologico, ma una critica costruzione ininterrotta, una razionale speranza fondata sui valori di un rinnovato umanesimo laico-cristiano." (Dall'Introduzione di Vittorio Strada)

Con questo libro Esther e Jerry Hicks, portavoce degli insegnamenti di Abraham, vi aiuteranno a comprendere il significato più autentico delle emozioni che sperimentate ogni giorno della vostra vita. Collocandole in un contesto più ampio, quello regolato dalle Leggi Universali, espressione più pura e perfetta d'amore, ne scoprirete l'intrinseco valore in accordo con la potente Legge dell'Attrazione, e imparerete a utilizzarle in piena e compiuta consapevolezza. Pagina dopo pagina non solo comincerete ad apprezzare ciò che siete e ciò che state facendo nell'istante presente, ma a scoprire anche il vostro lo più profondo, riuscendo così a dischiudere definitivamente le porte del vostro cuore ai desideri più intimi e sentiti. E al termine della lettura potrete finalmente affermare: "L'ho sempre saputo, ma adesso lo so per davvero."

Ask and It Is Given , by Esther and Jerry Hicks, which presents the teachings of the nonphysical entity Abraham , will help you learn how to manifest your desires so that you're living the joyous and fulfilling life you deserve. As you read, you'll come to understand how your relationships, health issues, finances, career concerns, and more are influenced by the Universal laws that govern your time-space-reality—and you'll discover powerful processes that will help you go with the positive flow of life. It's your birthright to live a life filled with everything that is good —and this book will show you how to make it so in every way! Foreword by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer.

Published to tie in with the world premiere at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin In Chekhov's tragi-comedy - perhaps his most popular play - the Gayev family is torn by powerful forces, forces rooted deep in history and in the society around them. Their estate is hopelessly in debt: urged to cut down their beautiful cherry orchard and sell the land for holiday cottages, they struggle to act decisively. Tom Murphy's fine vernacular version allows us to re-imagine the events of the play in the last days of Anglo-Irish colonialism. It gives this great play vivid new life within our own history and social consciousness.

In un unico volume i quattro testi piú importanti e conosciuti di Cechov: Il gabbiano, Zio Vanja, Tre sorelle e Il giardino dei ciliegi. L'attenzione per il dettaglio psicologico, la capillare ricostruzione delle atmosfere, l'attesa di un qualcosa che pare ineluttabile, mentre i personaggi si dissolvono nei loro stati d'animo e il mondo intraprende un cambiamento definitivo, accomunano le quattro pièces.

This leading edge work by Esther and Jerry Hicks, who present the teachings of Abraham, will help you understand every relationship you are currently involved in as well as every relationship you have ever experienced. This book uncovers a myriad of false premises that are at the heart of every uncomfortable relationship issue, and guides you to a clear understanding of the powerful creative Vortex that has already assembled the relationships that you have desired. Abraham will show you how to enter that Vortex, where you will rendezvous with everything and everyone you have been looking for. Abraham says: "It is our desire to help you to solve the mystery of those seemingly impossible relationships; to sort out the details of joyously sharing your planet with billions of others; to rediscover the beauty of your differences; and, most of all, to re-establish the most important relationship of all: your relationship with the Eternal, Non-Physical Source that is really you. "It is our desire that you experience an enhanced appreciation of your planet; your body; your family; your friends; your enemies; your government; your systems; your food; your finances; your animals; your work and your play; your purpose; your Source; your Soul; your past, your future, and your present. . . .

“Seth, your house is on fire!” From that opening exclamation, this second Sara novel rampages through chapter after chapter of fun and adventure. Solomon (the owl from the first book who “speaks without moving his lips”) reappears and gives Sara and her classmate Seth a fresh and enlightening perspective on life on this planet. Simply put, these two adventurous, tree-climbing friends dialogue with their feathered mentor regarding their varied (and sometimes confusing) experiences with parents, teachers, other students, and neighbors. The clarity, understanding, and wisdom that Solomon gives them results in some surprisingly practical views on the rules of the game of life.

Provides guided meditations to help you come into alignment with the energy of your Source, and thus become a joyful Being.

Anton Chekhov, widely hailed as the supreme master of the short story, also wrote five works long enough to be called short novels. Here, brought together in one volume for the first time, in a masterly new translation by the award-winning translators Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky.The Steppe—the most lyrical of the five—is an account of a nine-year-old boy’s frightening journey by wagon train across the steppe of southern Russia. The Duel sets two decadent figures—a fanatical rationalist and a man of literary sensibility—on a collision course that ends in a series of surprising reversals. In The Story of an Unknown Man, a political radical spying on an important official by serving as valet to his son gradually discovers that his own terminal illness has changed his long-held priorities in startling ways. Three Years recounts a complex series of ironies in the personal life of a rich but passive Moscow merchant. In My Life, a man renounces wealth and social position for a life of manual labor.The resulting conflict between the moral simplicity of his ideals and the complex realities of human nature culminates in a brief apocalyptic vision that is unique in Chekhov’s work.(Book Jacket Status: Jacketed) From the Hardcover edition.

“One of the most valuable things about Ask and It Is Given is that Abraham gives us 22 different powerful processes to achieve our goals. No matter where we are, there’s a process that can make our lives better. I love this book, and I love Esther and Jerry Hicks!” — Louise Hay, the best-selling author of You Can Heal Your Life Ask and It Is Given, by Esther and Jerry Hicks, presents the teachings of the nonphysical entity Abraham, to help you learn how to manifest your desires so that you’re living the joyous and fulfilling life you deserve. As you read, you’ll come to understand how your relationships, health issues, finances, career concerns, and more are influenced by the Universal laws that govern your time/space reality—and you’ll discover powerful processes that will help you go with the positive flow of life. It’s your birthright to live a life filled with everything that is good—and this book will show you how to make it so in every way!

From the celebrated, award-winning translators of Anna Karenina and The Brothers Karamazov: a lavish volume of stories by one of the most influential short fiction writers of all time. Anton Chekhov left an indelible impact on every literary form in which he wrote, but none more so than short fiction. Now, renowned translators Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky give us their renderings of fifty-two Chekhov stories. These stories, which span the complete arc of his career, reveal the extraordinary variety and unexpectedness of his work, from the farcically comic to the darkly complex, showing that there is no one single type of “Chekhov story.” They are populated by a remarkable range of characters who come from all parts of Russia and all walks of life, including landowners, peasants, soldiers, farmers, teachers, students, hunters, shepherds, mistresses, wives, and children. Taken together, they demonstrate how Chekhov democratized the form. Included in this volume are tales translated into English for the first time, including “Reading” and “An Educated Blockhead.” Early stories such as “Joy,” “Anguish,” and “A Little Joke” sit alongside such later works as “The Siren,” “Big Volodya and Little Volodya,” “In the Cart,” and “About Love.” In its range, in its narrative artistry, and in its perceptive probing of the human condition, this collection promises profound delight.

Ward No. 6 and Other Stories, by Anton Chekhov, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics (1899), as well as several lesser-known works, no less masterful in their composition. David Plante is a Professor of Writing at Columbia University. He is the author of many novels, including The Ghost of Henry James, The Family (nominated for the National Book Award), and The Woods. He has been a contributor to The New Yorker, Esquire, and Vogue, and a reviewer and features writer for the New York Times Book Review. The cook's wedding --The witch --A dead body --Easter Eve --On the road --The dependents --Grisha --The kiss --Typhus --The pipe --The princess --Neighbours --The grasshopper --In exile --Ward No. 6 --Rothschild's fiddle --The student --The darling --A doctor's visit --Gooseberries --The Lady with the dog --In the ravine --The bishop.

Abraham, channeled through Esther Hicks, explains how to understand emotions and follow the life-affirming guidance that they provide, in a book that discusses how to deal with thirty-three specific situations

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Contains Ivanov; The Seagull; Uncle Vania; Three Sisters; The Cherry Orchard; The Bear; The Proposal; A Jubilee

Exploring themes of mortality and introspection, the collection features "The Bishop," a poignant story reflecting Chekhov's own struggles with tuberculosis. It centers on a dedicated bishop who, confronted with the inevitability of death, seeks to fulfill his duties with purpose and integrity. The stories in this volume showcase Chekhov's profound understanding of the human condition, offering readers a deep, contemplative experience.

Presents the channeled spirit communications of "Abraham" on how to achieve balance in life and enjoy the journey with joy.

"Nikolai Ivanov, approaching middle-age, has lost all passion for life. No longer in love with his wife, riddled with debt, and in danger of losing his estate, Ivanov finds himself trapped in a stasis he cannot shake-dragging all of those in his orbit down with him. While his family and friends rally around him trying to help, Ivanov only seems to sink further into the darkness that threatens to consume him. A new translation of Chekhov's character study of a man undone by his own spiritual malaise"-- Provided by publisher

"Kashtanka" is an 1887 short story by Anton Chekhov. It follows the adventures of Kashtanka, a young foxey-looking mongrel owned by a drunken carpenter named Luka Alexandrovich. After getting lost due to her own mischief and being frightened by a military band, Kashtanka finds herself in a state of hunger and desperation. She reflects on her dire situation, contemplating the impossibility of living in such conditions. As she huddles by the entrance of an unfamiliar house, the story explores themes of survival, the bond between humans and animals, and the struggles of life from the perspective of a lost and vulnerable creature. Chekhov's narrative captures the emotional depth of Kashtanka's plight, inviting readers to empathize with her journey and the challenges she faces in a world filled with uncertainty.

This collection showcases the wit and profound insight of Anton Chekhov, one of Russia's literary giants. Selected and introduced by acclaimed American author Richard Ford, the stories blend humor with deep truths about the human experience. Presented in a deluxe paperback edition, it is part of the Ecco Art of the Story series, making it an essential read for those seeking to explore Chekhov's timeless narratives.

Exploring themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning, this collection of short stories by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov delves into the complexities of the human experience. Renowned for his skill in the short story format, Chekhov captures the essence of fleeting moments and profound revelations, inviting readers to reflect on the depths of the human soul.

At the heart of the ongoing debate about education and training for young people are two crucial questions: What defines an educated 19-year-old today? Are our inherited educational models adequate for all young people and the broader community's needs? This work addresses these questions based on five years of evidence from the Nuffield Review of 14-19 Education and Training, the most thorough investigation of this educational phase in decades. The authors, co-directors of the Review, offer a critical and comprehensive overview of 14-19 education and training, proposing necessary changes for the next decade and beyond. They acknowledge the progress made through government investments, collaboration among educational institutions, and the recognition of diverse qualifications. They highlight the creativity and dedication seen in many secondary classrooms, where efforts to support disadvantaged youth are commendable. However, they advocate for a radical transformation towards a broader educational vision that values practical and active learning, an assessment system that enhances rather than detracts from learning, respect for teachers' expertise, a unified qualification system for smoother transitions to higher education and employment, collaborative local learning systems, and a more reflective policy-making approach. This work is essential reading for anyone involved in or interested in secondary education in England and Wa

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.

Chekhov's unique contribution to literature lies in his innovative use of the stream-of-consciousness technique and his departure from traditional story structures that emphasize moral conclusions. Balancing his dual life as a doctor and a writer, he produced four iconic plays, including the initially poorly received The Seagull, which later gained acclaim through a revival. His works, such as Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard, reflect a profound understanding of human nature and relationships, solidifying his status as a master of short stories and drama.

Chekhov's short stories are renowned for their subtlety and rich characterization, capturing the complexities of Russian life through a blend of comedy and tragedy. This pocket edition includes celebrated tales like 'Vanka', 'The Lady with a Dog', and 'Sleepy', showcasing his mastery of human nature. Enhanced with gilded page edges, foil cover embossing, and patterned endpapers, it serves as a beautiful collectible for enthusiasts of classic literature.

This is a collection of Chekhov's most lyrical stories in a new translation of great skill and originality, published in 2004 to coincide with the centenary of Chekhov's death.

Exploring the interplay of reality and imagination, the story follows Andrey Vasilievich Kovrin, a dedicated scholar who isolates himself to pursue his work. As he immerses in his studies, he begins experiencing vivid hallucinations of a mysterious black monk, symbolizing his creative aspirations. This narrative delves into the fine line between genius and madness, highlighting themes of creativity, ambition, and the complexities of the human psyche. Chekhov's masterful storytelling invites reflection on the impact of intellectual pursuit on mental stability.

Exploring the intricacies of human relationships, this collection delves into themes of affection, loss, and emotional complexity within late nineteenth-century Russian society. The title story, "The Wife," examines the delicate balance of intimacy and estrangement in marriage, while other tales like "A Lady's Story" and "The Darling" reveal Chekhov's deep understanding of love, jealousy, and societal expectations. His simple yet profound prose allows readers to connect deeply with richly drawn characters, making this collection a timeless reflection on the universal human experience.

A new translation of the first of Chekhov's four great plays.

Written during his creative peak, these characteristically brilliant short stories confirm Chekhov’s place as one of the greats of world literature.

Uncle Vanya, derived in part from a reworking of the earlier The Wood Demon, was first performed in 1899 as the third of Chekhov's four dramatic masterpieces has been described as the least pleasant and most bitter of Chekhov's plays. Set in an almost closed private and provincial world, it essentially deals with waste, at a number of levels of plot and character, and with the pathetic futility of pointless labours and fruitless relationships. It's tone of resignation at the failure of a doomed rebellion against unalterable circumstances, together with the relative absence for much of the play of plot or action, has to be sent along side its naturalism and modernity: the difficulty in communication is one of its outstanding features. This edition features the full text in Russian, an Introduction in English, notes and vocabulary to contextualise the play.

Presents a collection of short stories, including "He understood," "The milksop," "In exile," and "Peasants."

These stories are translated with an Introduction by Ronald Hingley. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

The short story is one of the most skilled and entertaining of literary forms. This marvellous collection rangers over nearly five thousand years and includes stories from countries all round the world. Many of the great classical authors are included such as Dickens, Hardy, Balzac, Zola, de Maupassant, Tolstoy, Chekhov, Hawthorne, O. Henry and Poe. Other writers equally worthy of fame, but little known outside their own countries, have been specially translater for this volume. The stories have been arranged under their country of origin and each section is introduced by a compact survey of the development of the short story within that country. Every story is preceded by a useful biographical note on the author. Altogether, 178 different tales have been gathered here, each among the best of its kind. Tragic, comic, romantic or macabre, they are guaranteed to bring hours of pleasure to every reader.

Ten classic short stories by the master Russian author explore the daily lives of peasants and the interrelationships of men and women.

Following the great success of our Gothic Fantasy deluxe edition short story compilations, including Agents & Spies , Murder Mayhem and Lost Worlds , this latest in the series is packed with armchair detectives, murders in the vicarage, family secrets unravelling in gossipy ears, and the ingredients of a genteel bloodbath in an otherwise delightful village. Contains a fabulous mix of classic and brand new writing, with authors from the US, Canada, and the UK.

Six selections from the famed Russian showcase his natural aptitude for detail, dialogue, humor, and compassion. Includes "The Darling," a poignant piece supporting the claim that life has no meaning without love; as well as "The Kiss," "Anna on the Neck," "The Man in a Case," "The Malefactor," and the title story.

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860–1904), a Russian physician, short-story writer, and playwright, wrote hundreds of stories that delved beneath the surface of Russian society, exposing the hidden motives of his characters and the ways in which prevailing social forces influenced their lives. This collection contains five of his most highly regarded stories, all from his maturity, and set in a variety of Tsarist Russian milieux.Included are "The Black Monk" (1894), "The House with the Mezzanine" (1896), "The Peasants" (1897), "Gooseberries" (1898), and "The Lady with the Toy Dog" (1899). In these incisive tales, readers will discover a master of character, nuance, and setting developing the basic themes of his the sociological and psychological obstacles in the way of human affection and satisfactory development of the personality.

Launching Chekhov's career, this work is an elegiac tale that captures the essence of a bygone era. It features compelling characters and rich imagery, showcasing the depth of human experience and emotion. The narrative's beauty and poignancy highlight Chekhov's emerging talent as a writer and playwright, offering readers a glimpse into the themes that would define his illustrious career.

A fresh, contemporary adaptation of Chekhov's masterpiece from celebrated playwright Conor McPherson.

This book contains two of Chekhov's stories about Russian life.

"I did have hallucinations, but did they harm anyone? Who did they harm, that's what I'd like to know!' From the supreme artist of the short story, three disturbing tales of supernatural hallucinations, hysterical obsession and moral decay. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

A powerful novella about redemption and the nuances of human relationships that helped cement Chekhov's reputation as a major figure in Russian literature. On a visit to a provincial town to see his sister Nina who is suffering from cancer, Alexei Laptev, who works for his father's Moscow haberdashery business, falls in love with Yulia, the daughter of her doctor, and proposes to her. Although she does not reciprocate his feelings, she agrees to marry him and live with him in the capital, where the couple's relationship is marred by tensions: Yulia is filled with regrets about her choice and boredom with her new existence, while Alexei is nagged by the suspicion that she married him for his money alone. However, as time passes and misfortune strikes, they both learn to reassess all of their assumptions. Chekhov's second-longest prose work after The Steppe, Three Years is, in the author's own words, “a novel of Moscow life” and an examination of its merchant classes. A powerful story of redemption and the nuances of human relationships, the novella helped cement Chekhov's reputation as a major figure in Russian literature.

Two amusing and heartrending stories that are always insightful: the first one about an awkward young soldier ("The Kiss") and the second one about a lawyer being asked to help a family save an estate from financial ruin ("A Visit With Friends"). Previously published by Penguin in The Steppe and Other Stories (2001) and The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories (2002).

The most widely staged dramatist after Shakespeare, Chekhov left a deep mark both on the development of Russian literature and world theatre, with plays that were remarkable not just for their dialogue but their atmosphere and the tensions expressed between the lines. Collected in this volume are Chekhov's four most celebrated plays – The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters and The Cherry Orchard – in a brand-new translation by Hugh Aplin. In these personal stories of unfulfilled love, failed ambition and existential ennui, set against a background of unsettling social and economical change, the reader can appreciate the groundbreaking qualities of Chekhov's theatrical genius.