Anton Chekhov's short stories were some of the most influential in modern literature. Relying on subtlety and clever characterisation rather than explicit action, his sketches of Russian life bring out comedy, tragedy and all aspects of human nature. This collection features some of Chekhov's most celebrated stories, including 'Vanka', 'The Lady with a Dog' and 'Sleepy'.

Matthew Scott is an award-winning illustrator of children's books, based in the UK. Joe Fullman is a non-fiction author with more than 60 titles to his name on subjects ranging from geography, history and science to music, cooking and maps. He is based in London.