Anton Chekhov played at love most of his life

What to call this Anton Chekhov, whom I first encountered in 1988? The Master, perhaps—of vision, decency, modesty, and industry, and, one might hope, in the old game of love.
84 points by lermontov 68 days ago commonreader.wustl.edu 22 comments

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The piece reflects on Anton Chekhov’s multifaceted character, highlighting his vision and decency, while also hinting at his personal experiences with love. It offers a glimpse into the complexities of a literary giant’s life beyond his works.

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