The Slanderer

In "The Slanderer," Anton Pavlovich Chekhov adeptly unravels the complex web of human relationships, deceit, and the consequences of gossip through a nuanced, compact narrative. This short story exemplifies Chekhov's characteristic economy of language and sharp character insights, set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russian society. The tone is both satirical and contemplative, inviting reade...