Anton Chekhov. A journey of literature and theatre from Taganrog to the hearts of the world

I believe that nothing passes without leaving a trace, and that every small step contains a meaning for the present or future of life (Anton Chekhov)

Books can take us thousands of miles to see new cultures and learn about new things

Anton Chekhov was born in 1860. His father, Pavel Chekhov, and Chekhov’s mother were excellent children’s storytellers.He loved stories and literature very much

He wrote many books and novels.His books have been translated into many languages . Chekhov studied at a Greek school for boys. He loved theater and literature very much

He wrote many funny stories .Chekhov began writing when he was a medical student at Moscow University and did not stop writing until he became one of the greatest writers, and continued to practice medicine and said: “Medicine is my wife, and literature is my mistress

In 1876, Anton went broke and went to Moscow. His mother was emotionally and physically devastated

Chekhov stayed in Taganrog for another three years. Forced to pay for his education, Chekhov excelled as a tutor, catching and selling goldfinches and drawings for newspapers

He sent every ruble he could spare to Moscow, along with humorous letters to cheer up his family. During this time, he read many books

He completed his education and joined his family in Moscow after being accepted to the medical faculty of Moscow University

In 1884, he received a medical degree, which he considered his main profession, earned little money at this job and treated the poor for free

In March 1897, Anton fell ill with tuberculosis. Chekhov then married Olga Knepper Anton loved theater and literature from a young age Among his short stories, he wrote A Fishing Drama ; To My Dear Grandfather (“The Steppe”); (“Three Years”); (“My Life”)

Mary Labieb