| Author |
Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 |
| Translator |
Flachs-Fokschaneanu, Luise, 1863- |
| Title |
Der Bär: Groteske in einem Aufzug
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 87.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Der Bär: Groteske in einem Aufzug" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a one-act play written during the late 19th century. This comedic piece explores themes of love and conflict through witty dialogue and sharp character contrasts. Set in the present time of the story, it revolves around a young widow and a persistent creditor who confront each other, leading to unexpected revelations about their feelings. The play unfolds in the elegant reception room of the widow Helene Iwánowna Pópow, who is mourning her late husband with fervent devotion, refusing to engage with the outside world. Grigórji Stepánowitsch Smirnow arrives, demanding repayment of a debt owed by her deceased husband. Their contentious exchanges escalate into a conflict that reveals both characters' deeper emotions, ultimately transforming their heated antagonism into a comedic back-and-forth that culminates in an unexpected romantic attraction. Chekhov masterfully captures the folly of human emotions, presenting a humorous critique of societal norms regarding love, grief, and gender roles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social life and customs -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
22494 |
| Release Date |
Sep 2, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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