Anton Chekhov

A woman can become a man’s friend only in the following stages – first an acquantaince, next a mistress, and only then a friend.

Anton Chekhov

A woman is fascinated not by art but by the noise made by those in the field.

Anton Chekhov

A writer is not a confectioner, a cosmetic dealer, or an entertainer.

Anton Chekhov

Advertising is the very essence of democracy.

Anton Chekhov

All my friends and relatives have always taken a condescending tone to my writing, and never ceased urging me in a friendly way not to give up real work for the sake of scribbling.

Anton Chekhov

An artist’s flair is sometimes worth a scientist’s brains.

Anton Chekhov

An idle life cannot be pure.

Anton Chekhov

As a rule, however fine and deep a phrase may be, it only affects the indifferent, and cannot fully satisfy those who are happy or unhappy.

Anton Chekhov

At the door of every happy person there should be a man with a hammer whose knock would serve as a constant reminder of the existence of unfortunate people.

Anton Chekhov

Be sure not to discuss your hero’s state of mind. Make it clear from his actions.

Anton Chekhov