The Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich 1860-1904 creator Long, R. E. C. (Robert Edward Crozier) 1872- text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Black Monk, and Other Stories" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work showcases Chekhov's reflections on the complexity of human nature, the struggles of ordinary individuals, and the often mundane realities of life. Among the stories, "The Black Monk" stands out with its protagonist Andrei Vasilyevitch Kovrin, whose experiences blur the lines between sanity and madness, love and existential dread. The opening of "The Black Monk" introduces Andrei Kovrin, a troubled man advised by a friend to spend time in the country to restore his nerves. He visits the estate of his guardian, Pesótsky, where he finds himself enchanted by both the beauty of the gardens and the presence of Pesótsky’s daughter, Tánya. As Kovrin immerses himself in the tranquil rural life, he grapples with his ambitions and psychological struggles, hinting at deeper themes of identity and purpose. The narrative sets a contemplative tone, capturing Kovrin's evolving relationship with Tánya while foreshadowing the mystical elements embodied in the legend of the Black Monk, which serves as a metaphor for his internal conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The Black Monk -- On the way -- A family council -- At home -- In exile -- Rothschild's fiddle -- A father -- Two tragedies -- Sleepyhead -- At the manor -- An event -- Ward No. 6. Release date is 2017-08-08 Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature (online soon in an extended version,also linking to free sources for education worldwide ... MOOC's, educational materials,...) Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) Original publication data not identified Russia -- Social life and customs -- Fiction Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 -- Translations into English Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English PG Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55307 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55307 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134256.0 55307