{"product_id":"the-cambridge-companion-to-chekhov-paperback-9780521589178","title":"The Cambridge Companion to Chekhov (Paperback) 9780521589178","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Cambridge Companion to Chekhov\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis volume, first published in 2000, is an accessible Companion on one of the most important dramatists in the repertoire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eVera Gottlieb (Edited by), Paul Allain (Edited by)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780521589178, Cambridge University Press\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback, published 4 November 2000\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e328 pages, 4 b\/w illus.\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.2 x 1.7 cm, 0.44 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\"well-conceived and well-executed collection that deepens and enriches our understanding of Chekhov's drama.\"   Russian Review Vol 60\/4\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThis volume of specially commissioned essays explores the world of Anton Chekhov - one of the most important dramatists in the repertoire - and the creation, performance and interpretation of his works. The Companion, first published in 2000, begins with an examination of Chekhov's life, his Russia, and the original productions of his plays at the Moscow Art Theatre. Later film versions and adaptations of Chekhov's works are analysed, with valuable insights also offered on acting Chekhov, by Ian McKellen, and directing Chekhov, by Trevor Nunn and Leonid Heifetz. The volume also provides essays on 'special topics' such as Chekhov as writer, Chekhov and women, and the Chekhov comedies and stories. Key plays, such as The Cherry Orchard and The Seagull, receive dedicated chapters while lesser-known works and genres are also brought to light. The volume concludes with appendices of primary sources, lists of works, and a select bibliography.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eList of illustrations\u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgements\u003cbr\u003e Notes on contributors\u003cbr\u003e Chekhov: a chronology Paul Allain\u003cbr\u003e Editorial notes: transliteration and titles, calendar dates\u003cbr\u003e Part I. Chekhov in Context: 1. Dr Chekhov: a biographical essay Alexander Chudakov\u003cbr\u003e 2. Chekhov and his Russia Emma Polotskaya\u003cbr\u003e 3. Chekhov and the Moscow Art Theatre Anatoly Smeliansky\u003cbr\u003e Part II. Chekhov in Production: 4. From Platonov to Piano Edward Braun\u003cbr\u003e 5. Chekhov's one-act plays and the full-length plays Vera Gottlieb\u003cbr\u003e 6. Ivanov: the invention of a negative dramaturgy Patrice Pavis\u003cbr\u003e 7. The Seagull: an adaptation Thomas Kilroy\u003cbr\u003e 8. Notes from a director: Leonid Heifetz on Uncle Vanya Leonid Heifetz\u003cbr\u003e 9. Notes from a director: Trevor Nunn on Three Sisters Trevor Nunn\u003cbr\u003e 10. The Cherry Orchard Edward Braun\u003cbr\u003e 11. Acting Chekhov: 'A Friend to the Actor' Ian McKellen\u003cbr\u003e 12. The scenography of Chekhov Arnold Aronson\u003cbr\u003e 13. Chekhov on screen Philip French\u003cbr\u003e 14. Chekhov on the Russian stage Tatiana Shakh-Azizova\u003cbr\u003e 15. Directors' Chekhov Laurence Senelick\u003cbr\u003e Selected glossary Laurence Senelick\u003cbr\u003e Part III. Chekhov the Writer: 16. Chekhov's stories and the plays Donald Rayfield\u003cbr\u003e 17. The stage representation of Chekhov's women Cynthia Marsh\u003cbr\u003e 18. Chekhov's comedy Vera Gottlieb\u003cbr\u003e Appendix A. Chekhov's works: primary sources from the Russian: variations of English titles\u003cbr\u003e Appendix B. Select stage productions\u003cbr\u003e Appendix C. Select screen versions\u003cbr\u003e Select bibliography\u003cbr\u003e Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Literary studies: plays \u0026amp; playwrights [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Literary studies: plays \u0026amp; playwrights\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Literary%20studies:%20plays%20\u0026amp;%20playwrights%20%5BDSG%5D%22\"\u003eDSG\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Cambridge University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46000283451672,"sku":"9780521589178","price":23.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/products\/9780521589178i_1263db3b-ac04-46b9-b646-375aee710622.jpg?v=1691370110","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/the-cambridge-companion-to-chekhov-paperback-9780521589178","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}