A carefully curated library of the world's greatest literature, Dover Thrift Editions are the most affordable choice for today's readers. The series offers a vast selection of complete and unabridged titles, each a classic work of fiction, nonfiction, poetry or drama. Edited by Bob Blaisdell Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a pioneer of the short story genre and a trailblazer in modern fiction. This anthology showcases the Russian author's wisdom through excerpts from his letters, conversations, and works, providing essential lessons in emotional depth and authentic representation of human experiences. The first section captures Chekhov's guidance to aspiring writers, and the second shares insights into his writing process. The third section showcases his discussions with friends about the purposes and limitations of artistic productions. The final section features snippets from his stories and the play The Seagull, in which he dramatizes fictitious authors' daily lives and the challenges they face.