The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Vera Gottlieb
Edited by Paul Allain
SeriesCambridge Companions to Literature
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:328
Dimensions(mm): Height 237,Width 158
Category/GenreLiterary studies - c 1800 to c 1900
Literary studies - plays and playwrights
ISBN/Barcode 9780521581172
ClassificationsDewey:891.723
Audience
General
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 4 Halftones, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 9 November 2000
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This volume of specially commissioned essays explores the world of Anton Chekhov and the creation, performance and interpretation of his works. The Companion begins with an examination of Chekhov's life and his Russia. Later film versions and adaptations of Chehov's works are analyzed, with insights also offered on acting Chekhov, by Ian McKellen, and directing Chekhov, by Trevor Nunn and Leonid Heifetz. The volume provides essays on special topics such as Chekhov as writer, Chekhov and women, and the Chekhov comedies and stories.

Reviews

"...there is a great deal of information here to use to those seeking a deeper appreciation of Chekhov, especially in regard to the performance history of his plays." Nineteenth-Century Contexts "well-conceived and well-executed collection that deepens and enriches our understanding of Chekhov's drama." Russian Review Vol 60/4