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Anton Chekhov Quotes

Biography: Anton Chekhov is known for being a seminal Russian playwright and shor... more Biography: Anton Chekhov is known for being a seminal Russian playwright and short-story writer. Born on January 29, 1860, in Taganrog, Russia, he revolutionized both genres with his keen observations of human nature and his innovative, often subversive use of narrative technique. Some of his most famous plays include "The Cherry Orchard" and "Uncle Vanya." less
"There is nothing more awful, insulting, and depressing than banality."
Tags: Philosophy, Existential, Pessimism, Nihilism, Depression
"Knowledge is of no value unless you put it into practice."
Tags: Wisdom, Growth, Learning, Knowledge, Experience
"People don't notice whether it's winter or summer when they're happy."
Tags: Mindfulness, Happiness, Perception, Well-being, Joy
"Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass."
Tags: Literature, Writing, Storytelling, Imagery, Creative writing
"Medicine is my lawful wife and literature is my mistress; when I get tired of one, I spend the night with the other."
Tags: Passion, Literature, Metaphor, Work-life balance, Duality
"Man is what he believes."
Tags: Personal growth, Philosophy, Mindset, Human nature, Identity
"Any idiot can face a crisis; it’s this day-to-day living that wears you out."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Resilience, Perseverance, Mental health
"The role of the artist is to ask questions, not answer them."
Tags: Inspiration, Philosophy, Creativity, Art, Exploration
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