Anton Tchekhov, and Other Essays

Anton Tchekhov, and Other Essays is a collection of philosophical essays by Lev Shestov, written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the life and influence of Russian playwright Anton Tchekhov, exploring existential questions surrounding human existence, suffering, and the quest for meaning. Shestov argues that the insights of Tchekhov and his contemporaries, such as Dostoevsky, offer profound reflections on the relationship between philosophy and life, particularly the question of whether life is worth living.