Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich 1860-1904 creator Mannstén, Emil 1873-1944 text utu 2013 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Kaksintaistelu" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a novella written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the complexities of human relationships, primarily focusing on the character Ivan Andreitsh Lajevski, a young civil servant, who is entangled in a tumultuous relationship with Nadeshda Feodorovna, a married woman. The narrative explores themes of love, disillusionment, and the societal constraints of love and morality. At the start of the story, Lajevski is introduced as he interacts with his friend, Samoilenko, shortly after their morning swim. The two engage in a discussion about love and relationships, with Lajevski revealing his struggles with his feelings for Nadeshda, and his realization that his love may be waning. Lajevski expresses his guilt and confusion regarding his relationship, contemplating the idea of freedom from it, while simultaneously recognizing Nadeshda's dependency on him. As their conversation unfolds, it becomes clear that both characters are grappling with their own shortcomings and the complexities of love, revealing the deeper emotional and societal dilemmas that will form the crux of the novella. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-02-17 Produced by Jukka Aakula Original publication data not identified Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Dueling -- Fiction Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42116 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42116 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133950.0 42116