Quote by: Anton Chekhov

His reading suggested a man swimming in the sea among the wreckage of his ship, and trying to save his life by greedily clutching first at one spar and then at another.


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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