The Bet and Other Stories

Bibliographic Details

Book Title: The Bet and Other Stories

Author: Anton Chekhov

ISBN-13: 9789365613933

Pages: 188

Edition: First Edition (2026)

Binding: Paperback

Genre: Literature & Fiction > Classics > Short Stories > Russian Literature > Psychological Realism

Recommended Age Group: 14+ years; suitable for senior school, undergraduate, and general classic literature readers

Reading Difficulty: Moderate

Estimated Reading Time to Finish: 5–7 hours

Price: $ 14.99/- £ 13.99/- ₹ 299/-

Description

The Bet and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov presents a compelling selection of short fiction from one of world literature’s finest masters of the form. Known for his quiet intensity, psychological insight, and humane observation, Chekhov transforms ordinary lives into deeply resonant literary moments. This volume brings together stories that explore pride, loneliness, moral conflict, social pretence, ageing, poverty, emotional fatigue, and the fragile hopes that shape human conduct. Rather than relying on dramatic excess, Chekhov reveals the inner life through gesture, silence, irony, and everyday encounters, making his fiction remarkably modern and enduring.

The title story, “The Bet,” is among Chekhov’s most widely read works, examining wealth, freedom, knowledge, and the value of human life through a stark moral wager. Other stories such as “A Tedious Story,” “The Fit,” “Misfortune,” “Enemies,” “A Gentleman Friend,” and “Old Age” extend the collection’s range from philosophical reflection to social satire and emotional realism. Together, they offer a rich introduction to Chekhov’s art: precise, compassionate, unsentimental, and quietly devastating.

Ideal for students of English literature, world classics, Russian fiction, and short story studies, this edition is also well suited for independent readers who appreciate thoughtful, character-driven prose. Its accessible length and carefully chosen contents make it useful for classroom reading, literary discussion, and personal study. The Bet and Other Stories is a valuable addition to any classic fiction collection, offering timeless stories that continue to illuminate the complexities of human nature.

Key Features

• Features Chekhov’s celebrated story “The Bet.”
• Includes a curated selection of classic Russian short fiction.
• Explores morality, loneliness, ageing, pride, and social conflict.
• Ideal for students of literature and world classics.
• Strong choice for short story courses and classroom reading.
• Presents Chekhov’s psychological realism in accessible form.
• Suitable for academic study and reflective personal reading.
• Includes stories such as “Misfortune,” “Enemies,” and “Old Age.”
• Compact edition with 188 total pages including preliminaries.
• Published in India for readers of classic world literature.

Manufacturer Details

Publisher: AUMRAM PUBLICATIONS

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Printed in: India

Year: 2026