The Lady With the Dog and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov

The Lady With the Dog and Other Stories

Anton Chekhov with Constance Garnett (Translator)

86 pages first pub 1899 (editions)

fiction classics short stories reflective slow-paced

Description

Chekhov is one of the greatest writers to have ever lived and this collection of stories by him gives us a great understanding of what made him such a great storyteller and has kept him in the public conscience for so long.

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Moods

emotional 55%
reflective 55%
sad 40%
lighthearted 20%
tense 20%
dark 15%
funny 10%
hopeful 10%
relaxing 10%
challenging 5%
informative 5%
inspiring 5%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 47%
fast 34%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 45% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 18% | N/A: 4%

Strong character development?

No: 40% | Yes: 35% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 5%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 33% | No: 33% | Yes: 28% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 15% | N/A: 5%

Average rating

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