The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov (Cambridge Companions to Literature)

About this book

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 Chekhovs life and his Russia. Later film versions and adaptations of Chehovs 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.