At Home by Anton Chekhov (1899)

Name: At Home
Author: Anton Chekhov

The story follows a middle-aged man named Ivan Dukhovnis, who has returned home after a long absence to find that his wife has left him and their son has grown up. The narrative explores themes of loneliness, regret, and the fleeting nature of life.

By Anton Chekhov · First published 1899 · Genre: Short Stories, Classical Literature, Drama · 4,171 words

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"They sent over from Grigorievitch's for some book, but I said that you were not at home. The postman has brought the newspapers and two letters. And, Yevgéniï Petróvitch, I really must ask you to do something in regard to Serózha. I caught him smoking the day before yesterday, and again to-day. When I began to scold him, in his usual way he put his hands over his ears, and shouted so us to drown my voice."

Yevgéniï Petróvitch Buikovsky, Procurer of the District Court, who had only just returned from the Session House and was taking off his gloves in his study, looked for a moment at the complaining governess and laughed:

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Work type: Short story
Author: Anton Chekhov
Date: 1899 CE
Language: English
Genres: Short Stories, Classical Literature, Drama, Fiction
Length: 4,171 words
Structure: 1 section, 66 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Short Stories — Anton Checkov is renowned for his short stories, and At Home is no exception, highlighting his masterful compact storytelling.
Classical Literature — At Home, like Checkov's other works, is a piece of classical literature, offering timeless themes and a prose style known for its economy and evocative power.
Drama — Checkov's work often revolves around domestic life, and At Home falls into this category, presenting dramatic events and tensions in an everyday setting.
Fiction — At Home is a work of fiction, showcasing Checkov's penchant for crafting characters and situations that reveal deep truths about human nature.