Mother by Maxim Gorky
This novel centers around a working-class Russian woman who becomes involved in revolutionary activities after witnessing the struggles and injustices faced by her son and his comrades. Despite her initial fear and hesitation, she evolves into a dedicated activist, smuggling illegal literature and participating in strikes. The narrative provides a powerful exploration of the personal and societal transformations brought about by political activism, set against the backdrop of pre-revolutionary Russia.
The 1187th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1906
- Nationality
- Russian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Russian
- Alternate Titles
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The Mother
Mother: A Novel
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- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)