""Kashtanka"" is a short story written by Anton Chekhov, originally published in 1887. The story follows the adventures of a young dog named Kashtanka who is separated from her owner and ends up in a traveling circus. While in the circus, Kashtanka befriends a group of animals and learns to perform tricks. However, when her original owner comes looking for her, Kashtanka must decide whether to stay with her newfound friends or return to her old life. The story explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the nature of belonging. Chekhov's writing is known for its subtle humor and poignant observations of human and animal behavior. ""Kashtanka"" is a beloved classic of Russian literature and remains a popular read for both children and adults.THIS 32 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Stories of Anton Chekhov, by Anton Chekhov. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 141915298X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.