Ward No. 6 and Other Stories (riverrun editions. Chekhov, Malcolm, Garnett**

Name: Ward No. 6 and Other Stories (riverrun editions. Chekhov, Malcolm, Garnett**
Brand: Quercus Publishing

Quercus Publishing

A young woman struggles to assert herself within a regrettable marriage.\nA boy learns about life on an epic summer's journey to a new school.\nA doctor attempts to befriend his most interesting patient.\nA young man tries to figure out the best way to live.\nThis riverrun edition presents a selection of Chekhov's longer stories - novellas, effectively - in Constance Garnett's timeless translations. These four stories, Ward No.6, The Wife, The Steppe and My Life, tell of characters attempting to create meaning through work, connection with others and art; they deal with misunderstandings and loss; they celebrate brief joys, sudden passions and unsatisfied longings, all underscored by Chekhov's gentle wit and great humanity. \nThis unique collection - selected and introduced by the celebrated\n\nWard No. 6 and Other Stories (riverrun editions)\na unique selection of Chekhov's novellas\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal;