The Bet Questions on The Lawyer's Note

The Bet

In Anton Chekhov's "The Bet," the lawyer initially seeks wealth and prestige, agreeing to fifteen years of solitary confinement for a large sum of money. Over time, he transforms, finding solace and...

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The Bet

The lawyer's letter in Chekhov's "The Bet" reveals his renunciation of material wealth and worldly desires after years of solitary confinement. This letter profoundly impacts the banker, who is...

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The Bet

The banker weeps after reading the note of the lawyer because he feels "contempt" for himself.

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The Bet

In "The Bet," the banker puts the letter in the safe as a token of proof that he is absolved of any financial obligation toward the lawyer.

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