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"Frost" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human vulnerability, social class, and the often harsh realities of life. The narrative follows the plight of a poor peasant who encounters a wealthy gentleman during a frigid winter night. As they share a brief journey, the contrasting perspectives on hardship and compassion emerge, highlighting the disconnect between different social classes. Through Chekhov's characteristic wit and keen observation, "Frost" invites readers to reflect on empathy and the struggles of the marginalized in society.

								

at him in silence, and they all fancied that the pain was leaving the
young policeman's heart, and that his soul was thawing. The governor
heaved a sigh.

"It's time we were at home," he said, getting up. "Good-bye! I say," he
added, addressing the policeman, "tell the musicians there to . . .
leave off playing, and ask Pavel Semyonovitch from me to see they are
given . . . beer or vodka."

The governor and the bishop said good-bye to the mayor and went out of
the pavilion.

Yegor Ivanitch attacked the mulled wine, and before the policeman had
finished his glass succeeded in telling him a great many interesting
things. He could not be silent.
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