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Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays: A Norton Critical Edition (Norton Critical Editions),Used
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Anton Chekhov revolutionized Russian theater through his inimitable portrayals of characters faced with complex moral dilemmas. This Norton Critical Edition includes five of Chekhovs major playsIvanov, The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchardand three early oneact farces that inform his later workThe Bear, The Wedding, and The Celebration. Laurence Senelicks masterful translations closely preserve Chekhovs singular stylehis abundant jokes and literary allusions and his careful use of phrase repetition to bind the plays together.'Letters' is the largest collection of Chekhovs commentary on his plays ever to appear in an Englishlanguage edition.'Criticism' includes eleven essays by leading European and Russian Chekhov scholars, most appearing in English for the first time, including those by Boris Zingerman, Maria Deppermann, and Lev Shestor. This volume also provides discussion of Chekhovs plays by some of the twentieth centurys great directors, including Konstantin Stanislavsky, Peter Brook, and Mark Rozovsky.A Chronology and Selected Bibliography are also included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What are the main plays included in Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays? A: The book includes five major plays by Anton Chekhov: Ivanov, The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard, along with three early one-act farces: The Bear, The Wedding, and The Celebration.
- Q: Who translated the plays in this Norton Critical Edition? A: The translations in this edition are done by Laurence Senelick, who aims to preserve Chekhov's unique style, including his jokes and literary allusions.
- Q: What additional content is provided in this edition? A: This edition features a collection of Chekhov's commentary on his plays, titled 'Letters', along with eleven essays by leading Chekhov scholars and discussions by notable directors.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for academic use? A: Yes, this Norton Critical Edition is specifically designed for academic use, featuring critical essays and a selected bibliography, making it ideal for students and scholars.
- Q: What is the page count of Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays? A: The book contains a total of 720 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays first published? A: The book was first published on October 25, 2004.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the item is listed as new.
- Q: What is the significance of the included essays in this edition? A: The included essays provide critical insights and analyses from renowned scholars, enhancing the reader's understanding of Chekhov's plays and their impact on theater.
- Q: What makes Anton Chekhov's Selected Plays unique compared to other editions? A: This edition is unique due to its comprehensive collection of Chekhov's major works, expert translations, extensive critical essays, and additional commentary that enrich the reading experience.