Book title
Love and other stories

 

Author
Anton Chekhov

 

Bibliographic information
The University of Adelaide Library, 2014

 

Links (adaptations, reviews, full texts etc.)
http://www.polyglut.net/docs/fatthin.pdf https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ah097eYgjO8

 

Theme
Social differences, using other people, pursuing a career in life

 

Short summary
Old friends meet together after some time and when one realizes the other one has reached a high position in his life he tries to flatter him

 

Why is the story appropriate for the targeted groups of RSP readers?
It is simple, it reflects readers' interests, it reflects social themes, social diversities

 

What are the distinguished readers interests reflected by this book/story?
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Why is this story motivational for the pupils?
The story deals with themes teenagers are interested in like pursuing a career in life, earning money, getting high in society and also peoples' relationships. Follows the national curriculum - interpersonal relationships, finding a job.

 

Is there a historical, political, multi/inter cultural, migrant or similar context recognized in this book/story? 
We can find there a political context - climbing up the social ladder, helping friends, turning back on them etc.

 

Is there a principle of inclusion reflected in this book/story and does it promotes understanding of cultural diversities and heritage? 
It deals with the importance of being accepted by society.