The Bishop and Other Stories - Anton Chekhov

By Anton Chekhov

Release Date: 1904-07-15

Genre: Contemporary

5 (6 ratings)
Chekhov’s penultimate short story, is the tragedy of a member of the intelligentsia whose pursuit of a highly successful clerical career cuts him off from genuine human intercourse. Not until he faces death does the bishop realize that something important is missing from his life—namely, a love and respect for himself, not for his rank.

The Bishop and Other Stories - Anton Chekhov

By Anton Chekhov

Release Date: 1904-07-15

Genre: Contemporary

5 (6 ratings)
Chekhov’s penultimate short story, is the tragedy of a member of the intelligentsia whose pursuit of a highly successful clerical career cuts him off from genuine human intercourse. Not until he faces death does the bishop realize that something important is missing from his life—namely, a love and respect for himself, not for his rank.

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