{"product_id":"ward-no-6-and-other-stories-riverrun-editions-by-anton-chekhov-9781787475946","title":"Ward No. 6 and Other Stories (riverrun editions)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA young man tries to figure out the best way to live.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA young woman struggles to assert herself within a regrettable marriage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA doctor attempts to befriend his most interesting patient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis riverrun edition presents a selection of Chekhov's longer stories—novellas, effectively—in Constance Garnett's timeless translations. These four stories, \u003cem\u003eThe Wife\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Steppe\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWard No. 6\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eMy Life\u003c\/em\u003e, tell of characters attempting to create meaning through work, connection with others, and art. They deal with misunderstandings and loss; they celebrate brief joys, sudden passions, and unsatisfied longings, all underscored by Chekhov's gentle wit and great humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis unique collection—selected and introduced by the celebrated Janet Malcolm—is unmissable for the enthusiast and a brilliant introduction to one of the nineteenth century's greatest writers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46847071551724,"sku":"9781787475946","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11288503482824.jpg?v=1758931332","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/ward-no-6-and-other-stories-riverrun-editions-by-anton-chekhov-9781787475946","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}