title: Chekhov’s 'Little Woman': Exploration of Gender Roles and Family Values in 19th Century Literary Traditions
abstract: This study examines the representation of the "little woman" in Anton Chekhov’s short stories, focusing on the interplay of gender roles and family values in 19th century Russian society. Through a literary sociology approach, the analysis explores how Chekhov’s female characters navigate societal expectations, internal conflicts, and familial responsibilities, offering a nuanced portrayal of women that diverges from traditional literary archetypes of his time. Unlike previous studies, which oft
journal: Journal of Education Research