Maxim Gorky's 'Mother' is a timeless Russian literature classic that delves into the themes of class struggle, political activism, and the human spirit. Written in a straightforward and powerful prose style, the novel follows the journey of the protagonist, a working-class woman named Pelageya Nilovna, as she becomes involved in revolutionary movements in Tsarist Russia. Gorky's vivid descriptions and detailed character development provide a rich literary context that immerses the reader in the societal and political climate of the time. Maxim Gorky, a prominent figure in Russian literature and a key proponent of socialist realism, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a lower-class individual to write 'Mother.' His deep understanding of the struggles and aspirations of the working class shines through in the novel, making it a poignant and thought-provoking read for those interested in social justice and political activism. I highly recommend 'Mother' to readers who appreciate classic literature that explores the human condition with depth and sincerity. Gorky's masterpiece offers a profound insight into the challenges faced by the working class and serves as a compelling commentary on the power dynamics of society.
Zusammenfassung
This eBook edition of "Mother" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Mother is considered to be the only long work of Gorky on the Russian revolutionary movement and remains his best known work. He wrote the novel on a trip to the United States in 1906. The political agenda behind the novel was clear. In 1905, after the defeat of Russian's first revolution, Gorky tried to raise the spirit of the proletarian movement by conveying the political agenda among the readers through his work. Gorky was personally connected to the novel as it is based on real life events, revolving around Anna Zalomova and her son Piotr Zalomov. Gorky, being a distant relative of Anna Zalomova who visited Gorky's family when he was a child, had a deeper connection to the story.