To Chekhov's Memory

To Chekhov's Memory by Alexander Kuprin is a collection of memoirs and essays dedicated to the life and work of the famous Russian writer Anton Chekhov. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part consisting of personal reminiscences of Kuprin's interactions with Chekhov and his impressions of the writer's personality and character. Kuprin describes Chekhov as a kind, modest, and unassuming person who was always willing to help others and never sought fame or recognition for his work.The second part of the book contains critical essays on Chekhov's literary legacy, focusing on his unique style and his contributions to the development of modern Russian literature. Kuprin discusses Chekhov's use of understatement, his subtle humor, and his ability to capture the complexities of human relationships and emotions in his writing. He also explores Chekhov's influence on other writers and the enduring relevance of his work today.Overall, To Chekhov's Memory is a heartfelt tribute to one of Russia's greatest writers, written by a fellow author who knew him personally and admired him deeply. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of Anton Chekhov, as well as a valuable perspective on the literary culture of early 20th-century Russia.""Write, write as much as possible""--he would say to young novelists. ""It does not matter if it does not come off. Later on it will come off. The chief thing is, do not waste your youth and elasticity. It's now the time for working. See, you write superbly, but your vocabulary is small. You must acquire words and turns of speech, and for this you must write every day.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.