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Five Plays


Synopsis


This volume contains English translations of: Ivanov, The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard, with a new Introduction by Ronald Hingley. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World's Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford's commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

Anton Pavlovich Chekhov, Ronald Hingley

Summary

Chapter 1: "First Love"

Summary:
A young woman named Evelyn falls in love with a handsome and charming man named John. However, their relationship is challenged by financial difficulties and social disapproval.

Real Example:
Evelyn and John come from different social classes. Evelyn is from a wealthy family, while John is from a working-class background. Their relationship faces opposition from Evelyn's parents, who disapprove of John's social status.

Chapter 2: "The Thunderbolt"
Summary:
A group of villagers prepares for a festival in honor of the goddess Diana. However, a mysterious stranger arrives, disrupting the festivities and revealing a dark secret about the village's past.

Real Example:
The stranger is an old woman named Margaret, who was banished from the village years ago for being a witch. Her return triggers the villagers' fears and suspicions, leading to a confrontation between the villagers and the unknown.

Chapter 3: "The Witching Hour"

Summary:
A group of friends gather for a séance on Halloween. They initially dismiss the séance as a joke, but soon encounter a terrifying presence that threatens their lives.

Real Example:
The friends experiment with a cursed Ouija board, which summons the spirit of a malevolent witch. The witch takes possession of one of the friends, endangering the others and creating chaos in the house.

Chapter 4: "The Fatal Kiss"

Summary:
A beautiful young woman named Alice becomes entangled in a love triangle with two men: her fiancé, Edwin, and a mysterious stranger named Leonard. Her choices have dire consequences.

Real Example:
Alice is torn between her love for Edwin, who offers her stability and security, and her attraction to Leonard, who represents danger and excitement. Her decision to pursue Leonard leads to a tragic outcome for all involved.

Chapter 5: "The Man in the Cloak"

Summary:
A detective investigates a series of mysterious murders that are linked to a shadowy figure known as the Man in the Cloak. As he delves deeper into the case, the detective unravels a web of deceit and corruption.

Real Example:
The Man in the Cloak is a high-ranking politician who is secretly responsible for the murders. The detective must expose the politician's true identity and bring him to justice, while navigating a dangerous game of power and intrigue.