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Learning English -Moving words ( from BBC)

Anton Chekhov

"Don't tell me the moon is shining;show me the glint of light on broken glass."

Anton Chekhov's plays and stories reflect a comic satire and point out the nature of existence in turn-of-the-century Russia. His style was best described by the poet himself:

"All I wanted to say honestly to people: Have a look at yourselves and see how bad and dreary your lives are!" The important thing is that people should realize that, for when they will most certainly create another and better life for themselves."

( Chekhov is the short story writer's short story writer. As the author of over 600 examples, his influence on the modern form is without equal. When 25 noted authors were asked to name the most crucial influences on their own work, Chekhov was cited by 10 of them, including Eudora Welty, Nadine Gordimer, and Raymond Carver. He received double the nominations of any other writer.)

Our Expert says...

Our resident language expert, Professor David Crystal, explains why Chekhov's words are so memorable.

FACTOIDS ON CHEKHOV

The premiere of The Seagull was such disaster that he declared "not if I live to be 700 will I write another play ."

As a student he wore makeup, spectacles or a fake beard so he illegaly could gain access to the local theatre

Qualified as a physician in 1884

Contracted tuberculosis from a patient and died 1904

There is a crater on the planet Mercury named after him

PROFILE

Antron Pavlovich Chekhov was a major Russian writer known primarily for his short stories and plays. A number of his works have had a great impact on dramatic literature and performance.

Chekhov is better known in modern-day Russia for his several hundred short stories, many of which are considered masterpieces of the form. Yet his plays are also major influences on Twentieth Century drama. Following in the tradition of Chekhov, many contemporary playwrights have learned how to use mood, apparent trivialities and inaction to highlight the internal psychology of their characters. His four major plays - The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, and The Cherry Orchard - are frequently received in modern productions.

CHEKHOV ON MOVING WORDS

"Advertising is the essence of democracy"

"Let us learn to appreciate there will be times when the trees will be bare, and look forward to the time when we may pick the fruit."

"The only difference between doctors and lawyers is that lawyers merely rob you, whereas doctors rob you and kill you, too."

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