Mother: Classic Revolutionary Novel of Courage, Social Change & Resistance by Maxim Gorky | Maple Press | World Literature Classic | ISBN: 9789352230068
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Mother by Maxim Gorky, published by Maple Press, is a landmark work of Russian literature that explores social inequality, working-class life, political awakening, courage, sacrifice, and the desire for social change. Originally published in 1906, the novel is set against the backdrop of the growing labour movement in pre-revolutionary Russia and follows the transformation of an ordinary woman as she becomes increasingly aware of the struggles and aspirations of the people around her.
The story centres on Pelageya Nilovna, a working-class mother who has spent much of her life in a difficult and oppressive household. Her son Pavel Vlasov becomes involved in the emerging workers' movement and begins to challenge the conditions faced by ordinary labourers. At first, Pelageya struggles to understand her son's beliefs and activities, but as she witnesses his commitment and the hardships faced by those around him, her own outlook gradually begins to change.
As the story develops, Pelageya evolves from a quiet and fearful woman into someone who finds confidence, purpose, and courage. Her personal transformation forms the emotional core of the novel. Through her experiences, Gorky explores how awareness of injustice can inspire individuals to overcome fear and become involved in wider social movements.
The novel also presents a detailed picture of working-class Russia, highlighting poverty, difficult labour conditions, inequality, oppression, friendship, solidarity, and the search for dignity. Gorky's characters represent different responses to social injustice, allowing the novel to explore ideas of collective action, personal sacrifice, hope, and social transformation.
With its powerful characterisation and historical significance, Mother remains an important work for readers interested in Russian literature, social history, political thought, and stories of personal transformation. The novel combines a deeply personal mother-and-son relationship with a broader examination of social change, making it both an emotionally engaging and historically significant classic. This edition is published by Maple Press and carries ISBN 9789352230068.
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Mother by Maxim Gorky, published by Maple Press, is a landmark work of Russian literature that explores social inequality, working-class life, political awakening, courage, sacrifice, and the desire for social change. Originally published in 1906, the novel is set against the backdrop of the growing labour movement in pre-revolutionary Russia and follows the transformation of an ordinary woman as she becomes increasingly aware of the struggles and aspirations of the people around her.
The story centres on Pelageya Nilovna, a working-class mother who has spent much of her life in a difficult and oppressive household. Her son Pavel Vlasov becomes involved in the emerging workers' movement and begins to challenge the conditions faced by ordinary labourers. At first, Pelageya struggles to understand her son's beliefs and activities, but as she witnesses his commitment and the hardships faced by those around him, her own outlook gradually begins to change.
As the story develops, Pelageya evolves from a quiet and fearful woman into someone who finds confidence, purpose, and courage. Her personal transformation forms the emotional core of the novel. Through her experiences, Gorky explores how awareness of injustice can inspire individuals to overcome fear and become involved in wider social movements.
The novel also presents a detailed picture of working-class Russia, highlighting poverty, difficult labour conditions, inequality, oppression, friendship, solidarity, and the search for dignity. Gorky's characters represent different responses to social injustice, allowing the novel to explore ideas of collective action, personal sacrifice, hope, and social transformation.
With its powerful characterisation and historical significance, Mother remains an important work for readers interested in Russian literature, social history, political thought, and stories of personal transformation. The novel combines a deeply personal mother-and-son relationship with a broader examination of social change, making it both an emotionally engaging and historically significant classic. This edition is published by Maple Press and carries ISBN 9789352230068.
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