{"product_id":"six-stories-9780141192826","title":"Six Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Guardian's master of the short story, Anton Chekhov, presents six stories of obsession, secrets, delusions, and desires. These stories depict individuals trapped by forces beyond their control, exploring themes of innocence lost and lives devastated by history. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 304 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 February 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Penguin Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Guardian's 'One of the masters of the short story'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI must confess to you—you see, this is quite possibly the most peculiar experience I have ever encountered. Allow me to share the details with you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese six captivating tales of obsession, secrets, delusions, and desires, penned by one of the most celebrated European writers, delve into the intricate web of human emotions and experiences. Within these narratives, individuals find themselves entangled in forces that surpass their control, whether it's an art dealer willingly consenting to a heart-wrenching betrayal, a soldier ravaged by war, a servant consumed by infatuation with her employer, or a young boy witnessing illicit adult passions. Through vivid portrayals of innocence lost and lives shattered by the passage of time, each story unfolds as a psychologically astute, startlingly human drama.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTranslated by the talented Jonathan Katz, these tales have been skillfully brought to life in English, ensuring that their essence and impact resonate with a broader audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 228g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 196 x 128 x 19 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780141192826\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stefan Zweig","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":45266040193274,"sku":"9780141192826","price":7.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1709310131752_book.jpg?v=1709363790","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/six-stories-9780141192826","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}