The Seagull
by Anton Chekhov

Name: The Seagull
Brand: Anton Chekhov
SKU: 9780573014000
Rating: 3.91 (32987 reviews)

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Russian

What readers are saying

Readers appreciate the depth and complexity of Chekhov's 'The Seagull', highlighting its exploration of unrequited love, artistic struggles, and the human condition. Many find the characters relatable and the dialogue rich, leading to a profound emotional experience. However, some note that the play can feel bleak and lacks a sense of resolution or happiness for its characters.

Deep exploration of human emotions Rich character development Thought-provoking dialogue Bleak and unresolved themes

Synopsis

A masterpiece of modern drama, The Seagull dramatises the romantic and artistic conflicts between four characters: the ingenue Nina, the fading actress Irina, her son the symbolist playwright Konstantin, and the famous middlebrow story writer Trigorin.-6 women, 7 men

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