The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov

by Vera Gottlieb, Paul Allain (Editor)

This volume of specially commissioned essays explores the world of Anton Chekhov and the creation, performance and interpretation of his works. The Companion begins with an examination of Chekhov's life and his Russia. Later film versions and adaptations of Chehov's works are analyzed, with insights also offered on acting Chekhov, by Ian McKellen, and directing Chekhov, by Trevor Nunn and Leonid Heifetz. The volume provides essays on special topics such as Chekhov as writer, Chekhov and women, and the Chekhov comedies and stories.

Genres: Nonfiction, Russian Literature, Literary Criticism

328 pages, Paperback

First published November 4, 2000

Reviews

[Sheila Griffin · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a collection on essays regarding the plays of the late 19th century, Russian writer Anton Chekhov. It gives a good background to the life and times these stories were written.

[Derek · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book contains many excellent essays dealing with varied aspects of Chekhov’s literary and theatrical (mostly theatrical) legacy.