The Horse-Stealers and Other Stories

The Horse-Stealers and Other Stories

The Horse-Stealers and Other Stories is a collection of short stories by Anton Chekhov, one of the greatest short story writers of all time. The stories in this collection are set in rural Russia and explore the lives of the people living there. The stories are full of humor, pathos, and insight into the human condition. The title story, “The Horse-Stealers,” is about a group of men who steal horses from a wealthy landowner. The story follows the men as they try to evade capture and the consequences of their actions. Other stories in the collection include “The Duel,” which follows two men who are forced to fight a duel over a woman; “The Lady with the Dog,” which tells the story of a man and woman who fall in love despite their different social classes; and “The Bishop,” which follows a bishop who is struggling to keep his faith in a world of corruption and greed. The Horse-Stealers and Other Stories is a timeless collection of stories that will captivate readers of all ages. Chekhov’s writing is full of wit and wisdom, and his stories are sure to stay with readers long after they have finished the book.

By Anton Chekhov · First published 1900 · Genre: Short Story, Realism, Fiction · 40 chapters · 67,143 words

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A HOSPITAL assistant, called Yergunov, an empty-headed fellow, known throughout the district as a great braggart and drunkard, was returning one evening in Christmas week from the hamlet of Ryepino, where he had been to make some purchases for the hospital. That he might get home in good time and not be late, the doctor had lent him his very best horse.

At first it had been a still day, but at eight o'clock a violent snow- storm came on, and when he was only about four miles from home Yergunov completely lost his way.

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1860-1904 · Anton Chekhov, 1860-1904 · Anton Pavlovich · Chekhov · Fiction · Russia · Short stories · Social life and customs · Translations into English · andrey · averyanitch · cold

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