Ward No. 6 and Other Stories
Ward No. 6 and Other Stories
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Russia • 19th century
2003
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ward No. 6 and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov is a collection of tales exploring human experiences and emotions. It includes "Ward No. 6," where individuals confront psychological and philosophical dilemmas, and "The Black Monk," where a person grapples with visions. The stories capture the complexities of human nature and societal observations.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Mysterious
Dark
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ward No. 6 and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov is praised for its psychological depth and insightful exploration of human nature. Readers appreciate Chekhov's compelling narratives and vivid character portrayals. Some, however, find the stories occasionally bleak and the pacing slow. Overall, it's valued for its literary richness and profound themes.
Who Should Read Ward No. 6 and Other Stories?
A reader who appreciates psychological depth, moral dilemmas, and social critique would enjoy Ward No. 6 and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov. Similar to Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment and Tolstoy's Anna Karenina, it appeals to those drawn to Russian literature exploring the human condition.
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Short Story • Fiction
Russia • 19th century
2003
Adult
18+ years
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