From School Library Journal
Gr 10 Up--Literary scholars, teachers, librarians, and students have come to rely on this series as first-rate collections of literary criticism. This latest entry is no exception. An important strength of the book is its balance. Chekhov's plays and short stories are carefully examined and discussions of his contributions to both genres are included. These selections are nicely complemented by pieces focusing on Chekhov, the person and the writer, one of which is a collection of reminiscences by Maxim Gorky.Marilyn Heath, Greenwood High School, SCCopyright 1999 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Book Description
Anton Chekhov was a master of the short story and drama, and his work continues to exert its influence on the modern short-story writer and playwright alike. This volume includes and introduction by Professor Harold Bloom, and extensive biography of Anton Chekhov, and a critical analysis of his work, including Ivanov, "Ward Six," Uncle Vanya, and The Cherry Orchard. Bloom’s BioCritiques is edited by Harold Bloom, Sterling Professor of the Humanities, Yale University; Henry W. and Albert A. Berg Professor of English, New York University Graduate School; the preeminent literary critic of our time. This series presents lengthy and engaging biographies that explore the lives of the world’s greatest writers. Each book also includes an original critical analysis detailing the important themes, symbols, and ideas that appear in the writer’s body of work, as well as additional essays that represent some of the best criticism available on the writer and his or her work. These volumes are the perfect introduction to critical study of the important authors currently read and discussed in high schools, colleges, and graduate schools.