The Selected Letters of Anton Chekhov Book by Lillian Hellman : Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Some tanning wear and marking due to age. Pages excellent. Hardcover. English. See images for condition.

Format: Hardcover

Author: Lillian Hellman

ISBN:

Publication year: 1955

Condition: Used - Good



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About the book >.>.> The Selected Letters of Anton Chekhov Book by Lillian Hellman

The Selected Letters of Anton Chekhov presents letters by the Russian writer Anton Chekhov, introduced by Lillian Hellman. In her introduction, Hellman considers what it might have been like to share dinner with famous writers, reflecting on how literary greatness does not necessarily make a person pleasant company. She imagines that some celebrated authors could have been tiresome, difficult or hard to tolerate, then singles out Chekhov as an exception.

Hellman portrays Chekhov as witty, wise, tolerant and kind, with an affectionate understanding of other people. She describes him as neurotic but not given to troublesome irritability, pride or vanity, and notes his good manners, generosity and gaiety. He complained about his ailments and lack of money, but Hellman’s account presents these traits alongside his warmth and humour. The introduction offers a personal portrait of Chekhov, focusing on his character and the qualities that made him appealing company. (SP)