Quote by: Anton Chekhov

As a rule, however fine and deep a phrase may be, it only affects the indifferent, and cannot fully satisfy those who are happy or unhappy; that is why dumbness is most often the highest expression of happiness or unhappiness; lovers understand each other better when they are silent, and a fervent, passionate speech delivered by the grave only touches outsiders, while to the widow and children of the dead man it seems cold and trivial.


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Author Bio


  • NameAnton Chekhov
  • DescriptionRussian physician, dramatist and author
  • BornJanuary 29, 1860
  • DiedJuly 14, 1904
  • CountryRussian Empire
  • ProfessionWriter; Playwright; Physician; Novelist
  • WorksThe Seagull; The Cherry Orchard; Uncle Vanya
  • AwardsPushkin Prize