The Duel (Modern Library Classics)

Chekhov, Anton

ISBN 10: 081297008X / ISBN 13: 9780812970081

Published by Random House Publishing Group (edition ), 2003

It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 081297008X-8-1

Synopsis:

Since 1917 The Modern Library prides itself as The modern Library of the world s Best Books . Featuring introductions by leading writers, stunning translations, scholarly endnotes and reading group guides. Production values emphasize superior quality and readability. Competitive prices, coupled with exciting cover design make these an ideal gift to be cherished by the avid reader. First published in 1891, this morality tale pits a scientist, a government worker, his mistress, a deacon, and a physician against one another in a verbal battle of wits and ethics that explodes into a violent contest: the duel. When Laevsky, a lazy youth who works for the government, tires of his dependent mistress, Nadyezhda Fyodorovna, Von Koren, the scientist, delivers a scathing critique of Loevsky s egotism, forcing the young man to examine his soul. The Duel is a tale of human weakness, the possibility of forgiveness, and a man s ultimate ability to change his ways. It is classic Chekhov, revealing the multifaceted essence of human nature.

About the Author: Aleksandar Hemon(Translator) is the author of the acclaimed The Question of Bruno and Nowhere Man. He was born in Sarajevo in 1964 and moved to America in 1992. He lives in Chicago with his wife.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Duel (Modern Library Classics)
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group (edition )
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good