Peasants

About “Peasants”

"Peasants" is an 1897 novella by Anton Chekhov. Upon its publication, it became a literary sensation and caused controversy. Over time, it has come to be regarded as one of Chekhov's masterpieces. The story explores themes related to rural life and the struggles of the peasant class. It reflects Chekhov's keen observation of human behavior and societal issues. The novella remains an important work in Chekhov's literary canon. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)