Read time, approximately 20 minutes PDF Link - Chekhov-Bet.pdf YouTube - Listen and read link - https://youtu.be/CkSIAf1l138?si=2DLaTYv08r45syPZ Join the Literary Short Fiction & Nonfiction Meetup Group for an enriching evening of literary exploration. This month, we will discuss the classic short story “The Bet” by Anton Chekhov. "The Bet" follows a banker and a young lawyer who make a bet about the morality of capital punishment versus life imprisonment. The banker bets that the lawyer cannot survive fifteen years in solitary confinement, and the lawyer accepts the challenge. Over the years, the lawyer's life becomes a struggle against loneliness and despair, leading him to question the value of material wealth and the meaning of life. About Anton Chekhov Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a renowned Russian playwright and short-story writer, often regarded as one of the greatest writers in history. He was born in Taganrog, Russia, and initially pursued a career in medicine before turning to writing. Chekhov's works, including "The Seagull," "Uncle Vanya," "Three Sisters," and "The Cherry Orchard," are celebrated for their psychological depth and exploration of human nature. His style, characterized by laconic precision, has influenced countless writers and remains a cornerstone of modern literature. Chekhov's legacy is marked by his contributions to the development of the modern short story and his portrayal of the complexities of life in late 19th-century Russia. Image is from the web This meeting will take place virtually and in Google Meet. The link will be provided 3 days prior to the event.