The Black Monk, and Other Stories

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (1860–1904) is one of the preeminent figures in Russian literature and is known for his mastery of both short stories and plays. Born in Taganrog, Russia, Chekhov studied medicine before turning his attention towards literature. He started writing anecdotes for humorous journals, but his literary prowess would soon emerge as a blend of conciseness, evocativeness, and psycho...