Anton Chekhov

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov (Russian: Анто́н Па́влович Че́хов, pronounced [ɐnˈton ˈpavləvʲɪtɕ ˈtɕexəf]; 29 January 1860 – 15 July 1904) was a Russian physician, dramatist and author who is considered to be among the greatest writers of short stories in history. His career as a dramatist produced four classics and his best short stories are held in high esteem by writers and critics. Chekhov practised as a doctor throughout most of his literary career... More

Date of birth:

  • Jan 17, 1860

Date of death:

  • Jul 15, 1904 (age 44 years)

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Also known as:

  • Anton Pavlovich Chekhov,
  • Anton Pavlovitch Chekhov,
  • A.P. Chekhov,
  • Chekhov,
  • A. P. Chekhov,
  • Anton Chekov,
  • Dr. Anton Chekhov

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Spouse From To Type of union
  • 1901
  • 1904

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Institution Start Date End Date Degree
  • 1879
  • 1884
  • 1867
  • 1879
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  • 1892
  • 1898
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  • Person

Assessment:

  • Four of Chekhov's plays, The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters and The Cherry Orchard, are part of the core repertoire of modern theater.

Category:

  • literature

Disciplines:

  • writer
  • doctor
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