The Schoolmistress, and Other Stories

Peel back the curtain of everyday life in late 19th-century Russia with "The Schoolmistress, and Other Stories" by Anton Chekhov. This collection of short stories subtly explores the human condition, its triumphs, and its tragedies, through the lens of ordinary people living in a rapidly changing society. Chekhov's masterful storytelling and keen observation of character and circumstance bring to life an array of vividly real and deeply human characters. From the titular schoolmistress to the humble peasant, each story is a glimpse into a world both distant and remarkably familiar. With Chekhov's characteristic wit, poignancy, and compassion, these stories will captivate, move, and ultimately, illuminate.