Talent and Other Stories

Audio book collection of Chekhov's short story works featuring: 'Talent', 'Anyuta', 'The Helpmate', 'Ivan Matveyitch', 'Polinka'. Read in English, unabridged, and accompanied by Tchaikovskiy piano music.




In 'The Helpmate,' the story centers on a woman who is trapped in a loveless marriage and her husband's attempts to find her a suitable replacement. Chekhov deftly uses irony and symbolism to illuminate the characters' inner lives and the futility of their situation. The result is a moving and insightful tale that speaks to the universal experience of longing for love and connection.