The Bear by Anton Chekhov

The Bear

Anton Chekhov

26 pages first pub 1888 (editions)

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Description

Glasgow, 1890. Andrew Baird calls upon Flora McNeil to settle a debt owed by her late husband. It is a bank holiday, however: no money Baird is determined and refuses to leave; Flora has to resort to violence. Pistols are brought out for a duel; ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 37 reviews

Moods

funny 66%
lighthearted 44%
tense 44%
dark 22%
emotional 22%
informative 22%
reflective 22%
challenging 11%

Pace

fast 87%
medium 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 62% | Plot: 37%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 37% | N/A: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | N/A: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 57% | N/A: 28% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Average rating

3.74

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