Joy by Anton Chekhov (1905)

Name: Joy
Author: Anton Chekhov

The story revolves around a young woman who returns to her family's estate after being away for several years. She brings with her a new husband and a sense of modernity that clashes with the traditional values of her family. The narrative explores themes of love, class, and social change in late 19th-century Russia.

By Anton Chekhov · First published 1905 · Genre: Short Story, Comedy, Realism · 859 words

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It was twelve o'clock at night.

Mitya Kuldarov, with excited face and ruffled hair, flew into his parents' flat, and hurriedly ran through all the rooms. His parents had already gone to bed. His sister was in bed, finishing the last page of a novel. His schoolboy brothers were asleep.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Anton Chekhov
Date: 1905 CE
Language: English
Genres: Short Story, Comedy, Realism, Tragedy, Social Commentary
Length: 859 words
Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Short Story — The work is a concise narrative focusing on a single incident in the protagonist's life.
Comedy — The humorous elements arise from the protagonist's exaggerated joy and the absurdity of the situation.
Realism — The story depicts everyday life and the common experiences of a character in a relatable manner.
Tragedy — Underlying themes of misfortune and the protagonist's intoxication hint at tragic elements.