--- product_id: 8002259 title: "The Plays of Anton Chekhov: Critically Hailed Translations That Rescue the Lost Humor for American Audiences" price: "25865CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/8002259-the-plays-of-anton-chekhov-critically-hailed-translations-that-rescue store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # The Plays of Anton Chekhov: Critically Hailed Translations That Rescue the Lost Humor for American Audiences **Price:** 25865CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Plays of Anton Chekhov: Critically Hailed Translations That Rescue the Lost Humor for American Audiences - **How much does it cost?** 25865CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/8002259-the-plays-of-anton-chekhov-critically-hailed-translations-that-rescue) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description These critically hailed translations of The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, The Three Sisters and the other Chekhov plays are the only ones in English by a Russian-language scholar who is also a veteran Chekhovian actor. Without compromising the spirit of the text, Paul Schmidt accurately translates Chekhov's entire theatrical canon, rescuing the humor "lost" in most academic translations while respecting the historical context and original social climate. Schmidt's translations of Chekhov have been successfully staged all over the U.S. by such theatrical directors as Lee Strasberg, Elizabeth Swados, Peter Sellars and Robert Wilson. Critics have hailed these translations as making Chekhov fully accessible to American audiences. They are also accurate -- Schmidt has been described as "the gold standard in Russian-English translation" by Michael Holquist of the Russian department at Yale University. Review: Plays of Chekhov need I say more - Chekhov certainly doesn’t need my recommendation but this is an excellent collection. You get the big four plus “Ivanov”and seven shorter plays. The shorter pieces are often quite funny. This was the last stop on my journey through Chekhov this year. The translation by Paul Schmidt is crisp and clear. It reads very smoothly. Type is sharp and easy to read. Has as much quality as you would expect for an inexpensive paperback. If you have never tried the plays of Chekhov this is an excellent choice. Review: A Showcase of Excellence - Wonderful, wonderful work! Such a joy to read through Chekhov's classics, and also with such elegance of translation that Paul Schmidt has showcased. I would highly recommend this to anyone researching Chekhov, and definitely to any actor in college looking to learn more about the Greats! Quick shipping, and the book is in magnificent condition. Couldn't be more pleased with this product! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #139,751 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #11 in Russian & Soviet Dramas & Plays #28 in Drama & Play Anthologies (Books) #144 in Russian & Soviet Literature (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 197 Reviews | ## Images ![The Plays of Anton Chekhov: Critically Hailed Translations That Rescue the Lost Humor for American Audiences - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/812QU+0TFiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Plays of Chekhov need I say more *by M***D on November 18, 2024* Chekhov certainly doesn’t need my recommendation but this is an excellent collection. You get the big four plus “Ivanov”and seven shorter plays. The shorter pieces are often quite funny. This was the last stop on my journey through Chekhov this year. The translation by Paul Schmidt is crisp and clear. It reads very smoothly. Type is sharp and easy to read. Has as much quality as you would expect for an inexpensive paperback. If you have never tried the plays of Chekhov this is an excellent choice. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Showcase of Excellence *by A***N on January 28, 2018* Wonderful, wonderful work! Such a joy to read through Chekhov's classics, and also with such elegance of translation that Paul Schmidt has showcased. I would highly recommend this to anyone researching Chekhov, and definitely to any actor in college looking to learn more about the Greats! Quick shipping, and the book is in magnificent condition. Couldn't be more pleased with this product! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful translation of the world's greatest short fiction writer *by J***I on May 2, 2017* A great read for those all Chekhov fans, new and old. Paul Schmidt's sensitive, artful translation is superior to all others. He brings to life Chekhov's intelligence and surprising wit, without losing the true meaning of the original text. If you've never before read Cheknov, start with this volume. You won't regret it. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Plays of Anton Chekhov - Michel de Montaigne - The Complete Essays (Penguin Classics) - The Misanthrope, Tartuffe, and Other Plays (Oxford World's Classics) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/8002259-the-plays-of-anton-chekhov-critically-hailed-translations-that-rescue](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/8002259-the-plays-of-anton-chekhov-critically-hailed-translations-that-rescue) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-12*