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  • Plays

    Enriched edition.

    by Anton Chekhov, Liam Oakley0 ...
    Translated by Julian Hawthorne, Thomas Seltzer, Marian Fell, Herman Bernstein, Julius West, Robert Edward Crozier Long, A. E. Chamot ...
    In "Plays," Anton Chekhov unveils a masterful collection of dramatic works that profoundly explore the complexities of human existence and the subtleties of relationships. Renowned for his innovative use of subtext and his ability to evoke deep emotions through seemingly simple dialogue, Chekhov's plays such as "The Cherry Orchard" and "Uncle Vanya" offer a rich tapestry of life in late 19th ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    Conceive the joy of a lover of nature who, leaving the art galleries, wanders out among the trees and wild flowers and birds that the pictures of the galleries have sentimentalised. It is some such joy that the man who truly loves the noblest in letters feels when tasting for the first time the simple delights of Russian literature. French and English and German authors, too, occasionally, offer ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories (Annotated and Well-formatted)

    A Compilation

    by Thomas Seltzer, A.S. Pushkin, A.P. Checkov, F.M. Dostoyevsky, M. Gorky, I.S. Turgenev, Tomasz Goetel (Editor), L.N. Tolstoy, M.Y. Saltykov, V.G. Korolenko, V.N. Garshin, F.K. Sologub, I.N. Potapenko, S.T. Semyonov, L.N. Andreyev, M.P. Artzybashev, A.I. Kuprin ...
    Russian literature in the short story form, penned by the masters.A unique edition: beautifully formatted with optimized, easy-to-read fonts; annotated with additional content; includes a functional Table of Contents. Contains the following stories: THE QUEEN OF SPADES A.S. Pushkin THE CLOAK N.V. Gogol THE DISTRICT DOCTOR I.S. Turgenev THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND THE WEDDING F.M. Dostoyevsky< ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories | Timeless Classics

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    'Thomas Seltzer (1875-1943) was an American editor, translator, and writer renowned for his contributions to Russian literature in English. Born in the U.S. to Russian Jewish parents, Seltzer developed a strong affinity for Russian culture and literature. He is best known for compiling and editing "The Best Russian Short Stories," published in 1916, which introduced English-speaking audiences to ... Read more

    $4.99 CAD

  • The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories

    Chekhov, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Gorky, Gogol & Others (Including Essays and Lectures on Russian Novelists)

    by Nicholas Evrèinov, Denis Von Visin, Anton Chekhov, A.S. Pushkin, N.V. Gogol, I.S. Turgenev, F.M. Dostoyevsky, L.N. Tolstoy, M.Y. Saltykov, V.G. Korolenko, V.N. Garshin, F.K. Sologub, I.N. Potapenko, S.T. Semyonov, Maxim Gorky, L.N. Andreyev, M.P. Artzybashev, A.I. Kuprin ...
    Translated by C. E. Bechhofer Roberts, Thomas Seltzer, Constance Garnett ...
    'The Essential Russian Plays & Short Stories' is a masterful anthology that traverses the vast landscape of Russian literature, capturing its profound intellectual and emotional depth. With works ranging from poignant plays to intricate short stories, this collection highlights Russia's unique literary evolution from the 19th century to the early 20th century. The diversity in narrative styles and ... Read more

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  • THE GREAT RUSSIAN PLAYS & SHORT STORIES

    by Anton Chekhov, A.S. Pushkin, N.V. Gogol, I.S. Turgenev, F.M. Dostoyevsky, L.N. Tolstoy, M.Y. Saltykov, V.G. Korolenko, V.N. Garshin, F.K. Sologub, I.N. Potapenko, S.T. Semyonov, Maxim Gorky, L.N. Andreyev, M.P. Artzybashev, A.I. Kuprin, William Lyon Phelps ...
    Translated by Thomas Seltzer ...
    THE GREAT RUSSIAN PLAYS & SHORT STORIES encompasses an array of profound themes and literary styles, showcasing the tumultuous soul and complex social landscapes of Russia from the 19th to early 20th centuries. This anthology not only provides a breathtaking exploration of human emotions and philosophical depths found in Russian literature but also reflects the stylistic diversity that ... Read more

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  • Lazarus

    by Leonid Andreyev ...
    Translated by Thomas Seltzer ...
    'Lazarus' is a supernatural return-of-the-living-dead short story by Leonid Andreyev that offers a ubiquitously novel, weird and nihilistic rendition of the Christian resurrection story.Andreyev's profound skepticism bordering on cynicism regarding Christian teachings is spearheaded by Lazarus himself, who comes back from the grave to wreak havoc upon and bring death to the living. A shockingly ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories, in English translation

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    12 illustrations. This collection includes: THE QUEEN OF SPADES by Pushkin, THE CLOAK (AKA The Overcoat) by Gogol, THE DISTRICT DOCTOR by Turgenev, THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND THE WEDDING by Dostoyevsky, GOD SEES THE TRUTH, BUT WAITS by Tolstoy, HOW A MUZHIK FED TWO OFFICIALS by Saltykov, THE SHADES, A PHANTASY by Korolenko, THE SIGNAL by V.N. Garshin, THE DARLING by Chekhov, THE BET by Chekhov, VANKA ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • BEST RUSSIAN SHORT STORIES

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    “Best Russian Short Stories” is an anthology edited by David Widger that brings together a collection of outstanding literary works from some of Russia’s most celebrated authors. This anthology showcases the richness of Russian literature, offering a diverse selection of short stories that span different periods and themes.Inside the book, readers can expect to encounter the genius of renowned ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • Best Russian Short Stories

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    The queen of spades / A.S. Pushkin -- The cloak / N.V. Gogol -- The district doctor / I.S. Turgenev -- The Christmas tree and the wedding / F.M. Dostoyevsky -- God sees the truth, but waits / L.N. Tolstoy -- How a Muzhik fed two officials / M.Y. Saltykov -- The shades, a phantasy / V.G. Korolenko -- The signal / V.N. Garshin -- The darling / A.P. Chekhov -- The bet / A.P. Chekhov -- Vanka / A.P. ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories by Thomas Seltzer: Masterpieces of Russian Literature

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    Best Russian Short Stories is a captivating anthology curated by Thomas Seltzer, featuring a collection of literary gems from renowned Russian authors. From Tolstoy to Chekhov, this compilation showcases the depth and richness of Russian literature. Each story immerses readers in the complexities of the human experience, exploring themes of love, loss, identity, and societal dynamics. With their ... Read more

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  • Best Russian Short Stories

    by Thomas Seltzer ...
    'Best Russian Short Stories' initially published in 1917, is a collection of short stories by Gogol, Dostoyevsky, Pushkin, Turgenev, Chekhov, Gorky, and many others—each selection is the work of a master. This collection was revolutionary in its approach to realism, injecting characters with human weaknesses familiar to all. It also provided fodder for other such important concepts as ... Read more

    $2.73 CAD