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This book contains letters that Anton Chekhov had written from his teenage years till the day of his premature death. Summary of the Book Anton Chekhov: A Life in Letters is a collection of letters written by one of the greatest writers in the history of literature, Anton Chekhov. From the time of his teenage years in Russia to when he died in 1904, Chekhov had written many letters to several reporters. Through these letters, Anton talks about his story as a man and a writer. He speaks of his family, and talks about detailed discussions with publishers and theatre directors. You will also find beautiful love letters that were written for his actress wife. The letters bring to life the landscapes, people and the everyday life of Chekhov, thus providing us with glimpses of all that the author was preoccupied with. He speaks of how he dealt with his onset of tuberculosis and what he felt about his growing reputation as a playwright and author. The letters also tell us about how he handled two careers as doctor and writer. They will help you understand Chekhov better and see him for who he really was. About Anton Chekhov Anton Chekhov was a Russian physician, dramaturge, and author. He is considered to be one of the greatest writers of short stories in history. His short stories are held in high regard by writers and critics. He practiced as a medical doctor throughout most of his literary career. During his career as a dramatist, he produced four classics. In the beginning, he had written stories only for financial gain, but his artistic ambition grew and he went on to make formal innovations that influenced the evolution of the modern short story.