Ведьма (1958) RUSSIAN, "The Witch" (1886) is a short story by Anton Chekhov

Anton Chekhov (1860–1904) was a Russian short-story writer, playwright, and physician, considered one of the greatest literary figures of his time. Born in Taganrog, Russia, he faced financial hardship after his father’s bankruptcy, supporting his family through writing while studying medicine in Moscow. Qualifying as a doctor in 1884, he treated the poor for free but gained fame for his literary works, blending humor, psychological depth, and realism. His major plays include The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard. His short stories, such as The Lady with the Dog and Ward No. 6, are celebrated for their subtle exploration of human nature. Chekhov’s innovative narrative techniques, including "Chekhov’s gun," influenced modern literature profoundly. He died of tuberculosis in 1904, leaving a lasting legacy in global literature. "The Witch" (1886) is a short story by Anton Chekhov, first published in Novoye Vremya and later included in his 1887 collection In the Twilight. Written in a single day, it draws inspiration from a solitary church near the Daragan Forest. Set during a tumultuous snowstorm, the story centers on sexton Savely Gykin, who suspects his beautiful but discontented wife, Raissa Nilovna, of being a witch conjuring the storm to attract men. When a lost postman and coachman seek shelter, tensions rise as Savely’s jealousy and superstitions clash with Raissa’s frustrations over her unfulfilling marriage. The story examines themes of superstition, marital strife, sensuality, and isolation in a rural Russian setting. Praised by critics like Tolstoy for its vivid depiction of nature and emotion, it also faced critique for its sensuous undertones. "The Witch" (1886) is a short story by Anton Chekhov, first published in Novoye Vremya and later included in his 1887 collection In the Twilight. Written in a single day, it draws inspiration from a solitary church near the Daragan Forest. Set during a tumultuous snowstorm, the story centers on sexton Savely Gykin, who suspects his beautiful but discontented wife, Raissa Nilovna, of being a witch conjuring the storm to attract men. When a lost postman and coachman seek shelter, tensions rise as Savely’s jealousy and superstitions clash with Raissa’s frustrations over her unfulfilling marriage. The story examines themes of superstition, marital strife, sensuality, and isolation in a rural Russian setting. Praised by critics like Tolstoy for its vivid depiction of nature and emotion, it also faced critique for its sensuous undertones. #AntonChekhov #TheWitch #RussianLiterature #ShortStory #Superstition #MaritalStrife #Snowstorm #Witchcraft #Realism #ClassicLiterature